H7418

Provides for the creation of medical and dental schools at the University of Rhode Island.

Introduced·1/30/26
Introduced Text

Establishes medical and dental schools at the University of Rhode Island to meet health care needs.

The bill creates medical and dental schools at the University of Rhode Island. The schools aim to provide professional education, improve access to care, support research, and collaborate with health institutions. The board of trustees governs the schools, which must be accredited by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education and the Commission on Dental Accreditation. The schools can confer degrees like Doctor of Medicine and Doctor of Dental Surgery. Funding can come from appropriations, bonds, or other lawful means.

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Where it stands

Current
Education Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Mar 3

12:00 AM

House Education Hearing

Feb 24

12:00 AM

House Education Hearing

History

Mar 3

House

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

Feb 27

House

Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/03/2026)

Feb 23

House

Meeting postponed (02/24/2026)