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RI H7633
Bill
Status
2/11/2026
Primary Sponsor
Rebecca Kislak
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AI Summary
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Authorizes the Department of Behavioral Healthcare, Developmental Disabilities and Hospitals (BHDDH) to issue written demands for patient records from BHDDH-licensed facilities when investigating allegations of abuse, neglect, mistreatment, exploitation, death, or rights violations
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Requires facilities to immediately produce requested records to BHDDH upon written demand, with the demand specifying the nature of the investigation and the patient's name if known
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Permits BHDDH to file a petition for writ of mandamus in superior court if a facility fails to comply with a records demand
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Designates BHDDH as a health oversight agency under 42 CFR § 164.512 and as both a social service agency and protective services agency for HIPAA compliance purposes
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Requires the BHDDH director to submit a report to the governor and legislative leadership by December 31, 2027, detailing the number of records demands issued, mandamus petitions filed, and recommendations for amendments
Legislative Description
Provides conditions under which BHDDH has the authority to compel certain healthcare providers to finish requested healthcare records without violating The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act.
Businesses And Professions
Last Action
Committee recommended measure be held for further study
3/10/2026