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RI H7743
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/12/2026
Primary Sponsor
Megan Cotter
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AI Summary
- All Rhode Island peace officers must carry epinephrine autoinjectors in their police vehicles, or on their person if they do not have a vehicle
- Peace officers are authorized to administer epinephrine autoinjectors to treat anaphylactic shock, overriding any existing laws prohibiting them from administering controlled substances
- Officers must complete biannual mandatory training on epinephrine autoinjector use
- Police departments are responsible for purchasing all necessary autoinjectors and funding training costs within their budgets, with budget allocations required beginning fiscal year 2027
- Effective date: January 1, 2027
Legislative Description
Requires all peace officers to carry epinephrine autoinjectors in their vehicles or on their person police departments to budget sufficient funds to purchase the epinephrine and autoinjectors and for training of every peace officer.
Health And Safety
Last Action
Committee transferred to House Judiciary
3/12/2026
Committee Referrals
Judiciary3/12/2026
Health & Human Services2/12/2026
Full Bill Text
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