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RI SB 2483

died on adjournment

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

Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · upper

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Did RI SB 2483 pass?

No. RI SB 2483 died when the 2026 Regular Session adjourned without final action on it. Bills that die this way are sometimes reintroduced in a later session. Latest recorded action (2026-02-06): 02/06/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary

What is RI SB 2483 about?

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

Who sponsors RI SB 2483?

Morgan is the primary sponsor of RI SB 2483.

Description

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

Introduced
2026-02-06
Latest action
2026-02-06 — 02/06/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary
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  • Morganprimary

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  1. 2026-02-06

    02/06/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary

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