Bill > H7030

This bill, titled the "Healthcare Worker Platform Act," establishes a new framework for entities that connect healthcare workers with available shifts at healthcare facilities. It defines a "healthcare worker platform" as any company operating an electronic system or app where healthcare workers can accept shifts, with the crucial condition that these platforms do not mandate specific shifts or restrict workers from other employment. Importantly, these platforms are explicitly exempted from being classified as "nursing service agencies," which are typically more heavily regulated entities. To operate in Rhode Island, these healthcare worker platforms will be required to register with and obtain a license from the Rhode Island Department of Health, with a potential annual fee of $1,000, and this licensure requirement will be in effect by September 1, 2027, or by a later date set by the Department of Health.

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