Rhode IslandAN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- CONSENT TO MEDICAL AND SURGICAL CARE
What it does
Requires that an individual's caregiver be present when healthcare decisions are discussed with the hospice team. It would also prevent a denial of home hospice care because of age or income.
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Where it stands
- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Looking ahead
No hearings or votes scheduled.
History
- 2026
- Apr 2804/28/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further studyLatest
- Apr 2404/24/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/28/2026)
- Jan 1601/16/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Health and Human ServicesIntroduced