The Department of Health has proposed amendments to these regulations. Both of these regulations are open for public comment through July 2, 2026. The public notice of proposed rulemaking can be viewed by clicking the "Rulemaking Documents" tab on each regulation's page.
Regulatory News
Assisted Living Residence Administrators (216-RICR-40-05-18) and Nursing Home Administrators (216-RICR-40-05-32)
Lead Safe Work Practices (216-RICR-50-15-12) and Lead Inspections (216-RICR-50-15-5)
The Rhode Island Department of Health has filed amendments to Lead Safe Work Practices (216-RICR-50-15-12) and Lead Inspections (216-RICR-50-15-5). These amendments will take effect on May 24, 2026.
Administration of Anesthetic Agents for Sedation (216-RICR-40-05-37)
RIDOH is proposing to adopt "Administration of Anesthetic Agents for Sedation" (216-RICR-40-05-37). These regulations are open for advanced notice of proposed rulemaking and comments will be accepted through May 16, 2026. A community review for the proposed regulations is being held on Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 2:00 P.M. in Conference Room 2A at the Department of Administration Building, 1 Capitol Hill in Providence, RI.
Licensing of Hospitals (216-RICR-40-10-4)
Based upon comments received during the public comment period, the proposed amendments to the regulations for Licensing of Hospitals (216-RICR-40-10-4) have been terminated. Please note, the current, active version of these regulations remains in effect.
Regional Health Information Organization and Health Information Exchange (216-RICR-10-10-6)
The Rhode Island Department of Health has filed amendments to "Regional Health Information Organization and Health Information Exchange" (216-RICR-10-10-6). These amendments will take effect on April 29, 2026.
Lead Safe Work Practices (216-RICR-50-15-12)
The Rhode Island Department of Health is proposing amendments to Lead Safe Work Practices (216-RICR-50-15-12). These amendments are open for public comment from March 25, 2026 to April 24, 2026.
Lead Inspections (216-RICR-50-15-5)
The Rhode Island Department of Health is proposing amendments to Lead Inspections (216-RICR-50-15-5). These amendments are open for public comment from March 25, 2026 to April 24, 2026.
Pharmacists, Pharmacies, and Manufacturers, Wholesalers, and Distributors (216-RICR-40-15-1)
The Rhode Island Department of Health has filed amendments to "Pharmacists, Pharmacies, and Manufacturers, Wholesalers, and Distributors" (216-RICR-40-15-1). These amendments will take effect on April 12, 2026.
Licensing of Hospitals (216-RICR-40-10-4)
The Department of Health will be holding a public hearing for the proposed amendments to Licensing of Hospitals (216-RICR-40-10-4). Date: March 20, 2026 Time: 10:00 A.M. Location: Department of Administration Building 1 Capitol Hill Conference Room 2A Providence, RI, 02908
Fee Structure for Licensing, Laboratory and Administrative Services Provided by the Department of Health (216-RICR-10-05-2)
The Rhode Island Department of Health has filed amendments to "Fee Structure for Licensing, Laboratory and Administrative Services Provided by the Department of Health" (216-RICR-10-05-2). These amendments will take effect on March 25, 2026.
Licensing of Lactation Consultants and Counselors (216-RICR-40-05-27)
The Rhode Island Department of Health has filed amendments to "Licensing of Lactation Consultants and Counselors" (216-RICR-40-05-27). These amendments will take effect on March 25, 2026.
Licensure and Discipline of Physicians (216-RICR-40-05-1)
The Rhode Island Department of Health is proposing amendments to Licensure and Discipline of Physicians (216-RICR-40-05-1). These amendments are open for public comment from March 2, 2026 to April 1, 2026.