S3257Introduced in the Senate
Establishes a state-run prescription drug purchasing pool, available for participation by nonstate public employers, private employers, and health insurance carriers, to maximize the value of drug discounts available to participants.
Introduced by Louis Dipalma, District 12
What does this bill do?
Plain-English breakdown
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Official description
HUMAN SERVICES -- THE RHODE ISLAND PRESCRIPTION DRUG PURCHASING POOL ACT - Establishes a state-run prescription drug purchasing pool, available for participation by nonstate public employers, private employers, and health insurance carriers, to maximize the value of drug discounts available to participants.
Where it stands
Committee recommended measure be held for further study
May 21, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
SenateStage: Senate Committee on Health & Human Services: Be held for further study · May 21, 2026
6
Yes
0
No
2
Absent or Not Voting
8 senators recorded in this Senate vote. Colors show vote categories only, not whether a vote was good or bad.
See how each senator voted
| Senator | District | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Lori Urso | 8 | Yes |
| Linda Ujifusa | 11 | Yes |
| Brian Thompson | 20 | Absent |
| Gordon Rogers | 21 | Yes |
| Melissa Murray | 24 | Yes |
| Peter Appollonio | 29 | Yes |
| Pamela Lauria | 32 | Yes |
| Bridget Valverde | 35 | Absent |
Bill history
Introduced, referred to Senate Health and Human Services
Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/21/2026)
Committee recommended measure be held for further study
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