H7841

Requires veterinarians to provide consultations to animal owners when a drug is prescribed and dispensed for that annual patient.

Introduced·2/27/26
Introduced Text

Rhode Island H7841 mandates veterinarians to consult with pet owners when prescribing and dispensing drugs for dogs or cats.

Rhode Island H7841 requires veterinarians to offer consultations to pet owners when prescribing and dispensing drugs for dogs or cats. These consultations must include details about the drug, its administration, dosage, potential adverse effects, and storage instructions. The consultation can be provided verbally, in writing, or via email. The veterinarian may delegate this task to a registered veterinary technician or assistant. The consultation must be documented in the animal's medical record. The act takes effect on January 1, 2027.

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Where it stands

Current
Corporations Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Calendar

Mar 3

12:00 AM

House Corporations Hearing

History

Mar 3

House

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

Feb 27

House

Introduced, referred to House Corporations

Feb 27

House

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