SB 2869 Rhode Island Senate · 2026 Regular Session

AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- EMBRYO SAFETY AND STORAGE ACT

This bill, known as the Embryo Safety and Storage Act of 2025, establishes new regulations for facilities that store human embryos. It requires the state Department of Health to oversee and license these storage facilities to ensure they meet safety standards. The law directly impacts clinics and organizations that provide embryo storage services, as they will need to comply with the new licensing requirements. By creating a formal regulatory framework, the bill aims to standardize how embryos are handled and stored within the state.
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Mar 2026
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Introduced Mar 4, 2026 Last action Apr 3, 2026
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Mar 4, 2026
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03/04/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Health and Human Services
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