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H7932Introduced in the House

Requires approval by the Rhode Island commission the deaf and hard of hearing before any reduction in American Sign Language interpreter services in hospitals and other public service facilities.

IntroducedHouse Health & Human Services

Introduced by Arthur Handy, District 18

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Official description

HEALTH AND SAFETY -- LICENSING OF HEALTHCARE FACILITIES - Requires approval by the Rhode Island commission the deaf and hard of hearing before any reduction in American Sign Language interpreter services in hospitals and other public service facilities.

Where it stands

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

March 19, 2026

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Bill history

  1. Introduced, referred to House Health & Human Services

  2. Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/19/2026)

  3. Committee recommended measure be held for further study

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