Rhode Island bills · 2026 Regular Session

Rhode Island SB 2483

AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- MEDICAL ETHICS DEFENSE ACT

Introduced
In committee
Passed Senate
Passed House
To Governor
Became law

Sponsors

Morgan (Republican)

Summary

Official abstract published by the Rhode Island legislature· summary

Establishes the right of healthcare providers and payers to refuse to engage in medical services that violate their conscience.

Text versions

2483

Roll-call votes

No recorded votes on this bill.

Actions

Feb 6, 2026 · Senate
02/06/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary