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RI S2571
RI S2571Requires annual inspections of those assisted living residences which contain units licensed to treat residents with Alzheimer's disease and other dementias.
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Introduced
02/13/2026
02/13/2026
In Committee
02/13/2026
02/13/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This act would require annual inspections of those assisted living residences which contain units licensed to treat residents with Alzheimer's disease and other dementias. This act would take effect upon passage.
AI Summary
This bill mandates that assisted living residences in Rhode Island that have specific units licensed to care for individuals with Alzheimer's disease and other dementias must undergo an annual, unannounced on-site inspection by the licensing agency, which is the state department responsible for overseeing these facilities. This inspection will cover the entire assisted living residence, not just the specialized dementia care unit, and is in addition to the existing requirement for biennial inspections of all licensed assisted living residences. The bill also requires that at least ten percent of all assisted living inspections occur on nights and/or weekends annually, and it will become effective immediately upon its passage.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (10)
Pam Lauria (D)*,
Alana DiMario (D),
Walter Felag (D),
Meghan Kallman (D),
Tiara Mack (D),
Melissa Murray (D),
Brian Thompson (D),
Linda Ujifusa (D),
Lori Urso (D),
Bridget Valverde (D),
Last Action
Introduced, referred to Senate Health and Human Services (on 02/13/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://status.rilegislature.gov/ |
| BillText | https://webserver.rilegislature.gov/BillText26/SenateText26/S2571.pdf |
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