S.2881

Changes the naming of doctor of naturopathy to naturopathic doctor within this chapter.

Introduced·3/4/26
Introduced Text

Rhode Island S2881 renames "doctor of naturopathy" to "naturopathic doctor" in the state's licensing act.

Rhode Island S2881 amends the state's licensing act for naturopathy by changing the title of "doctor of naturopathy" to "naturopathic doctor." This change applies throughout the chapter, affecting definitions, qualifications, scope of practice, and disciplinary actions. The bill also updates references to the new title in various sections, ensuring consistency across the act. The changes take effect upon passage.

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Where it stands

Current
Health and Human Services Committee
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

DD
2
0
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

Senate Committee on Health & Human Services: Be held for further study

6 Yea

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0 Nay

2 Absent

DR

Calendar

Apr 2

12:00 AM

Senate Health and Human Services Hearing

History

Apr 2

Senate

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

Mar 27

Senate

Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/02/2026)

Mar 4

Senate

Introduced, referred to Senate Health and Human Services