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RI H7795
Bill
Status
2/12/2026
Primary Sponsor
Kathleen Fogarty
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AI Summary
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Medicaid reimbursement would cover mental health services provided by graduate student interns formally assigned by accredited colleges/universities to agencies or facilities for clinical training
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Graduate student interns may receive compensation from reimbursed hours, and supervising organizations may retain a portion to cover supervisory expenses
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Eligible trainees must either be pursuing licensure/board certification as a mental health professional with supervised practice, or be enrolled in a bona fide field placement or internship program leading to licensure
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Adds new section 40-8-33 to Rhode Island General Laws Chapter 40-8 (Medical Assistance)
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Takes effect upon passage
Legislative Description
Provides that services provided by graduate student interns who work under a supervisory protocol would be eligible to be paid from Medicaid reimbursement.
Human Services
Last Action
Introduced, referred to House Finance
2/12/2026