H7848

Requires retailers of glucose monitors to provide a free, point of sale replacement for any broken or defective monitor within twenty-four (24) hours of the request.

Introduced·2/27/26
Introduced Text

Rhode Island H7848 mandates retailers to offer a free, point-of-sale replacement for any broken or defective glucose monitor within 24 hours of a.

Rhode Island H7848 amends the General Laws to require retailers of glucose monitors to provide a free, point-of-sale replacement for any broken or defective monitor within 24 hours of a request. This requirement applies to various defects, including sensor adhesion failure, communication issues, and electronic malfunctions. Exemptions include devices that receive signals from cell phones and damage caused by misuse or mistreatment. Retailers must maintain sufficient inventory for immediate replacements and report annually to the Department of Health on replacement activities.

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Where it stands

Current
Corporations Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

D
1
0
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Mar 12

12:00 AM

House Corporations Hearing

History

Mar 12

House

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

Mar 6

House

Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/12/2026)

Feb 27

House

Introduced, referred to House Corporations