H7030

Establishes the healthcare worker platform and would require platforms offering healthcare shifts to register with the department of health by June 1, 2027, while, specifically, exempting them from being classified as nursing service agencies.

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Establishes the Healthcare Worker Platform Act to allow healthcare worker platforms to operate in Rhode Island.

The Healthcare Worker Platform Act establishes a framework for healthcare worker platforms to operate in Rhode Island. These platforms, which enable healthcare workers to perform services, must register with the Department of Health by June 1, 2027. Notably, these platforms are exempt from being classified as nursing service agencies. The Department of Health will set rules for licensing these platforms, with an annual fee of $1,000 per licensee. The act takes effect upon passage.

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Roll Call Votes

64 Yea

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0 Nay

11 Not Voting

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Calendar

Jun 9

12:00 AM

Senate Health and Human Services Consideration

Apr 14

12:00 AM

House Health & Human Services Consideration

History

Jun 22

Senate

Signed by Governor

Jun 18

Senate

Transmitted to Governor

Jun 11

Senate

Senate passed Sub B