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RI HB 7626

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AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- THE RHODE ISLAND MATERNAL HEALTH IMPROVEMENT AND EQUITY ACT OF 2026

Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · lower

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Did RI HB 7626 pass?

No. RI HB 7626 did not pass — it was defeated or died in the legislative process. Latest recorded action (2026-04-09): 04/09/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study

What is RI HB 7626 about?

Establishes the Rhode Island Maternal Health Improvement and Equity Act of 2026, to establish permanent statewide support for maternal health and to implement the maternal health strategic plan improving maternal health care and access.

Who sponsors RI HB 7626?

Carson is the primary sponsor of RI HB 7626.

Description

Establishes the Rhode Island Maternal Health Improvement and Equity Act of 2026, to establish permanent statewide support for maternal health and to implement the maternal health strategic plan improving maternal health care and access.

Introduced
2026-02-11
Latest action
2026-04-09 — 04/09/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
Bill type
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Sponsors

  • Carsonprimary

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Action timeline

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  1. 2026-04-09

    04/09/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study

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  2. 2026-04-03

    04/03/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/09/2026)

  3. 2026-02-11

    02/11/2026 Introduced, referred to House Health & Human Services

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