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Rhode Island House Bill H7392
Rhode Island 2026 Regular Session
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Rhode Island 2026 Regular Session

Rhode Island House Bill H7392

Introduced
1/28/26  

Caption

Limits the application fees paid under the certificate of need program within the department of health to twenty-five thousand dollars ($25,000

Impact

By capping the fees associated with the certificate of need applications, HB 7392 aims to make it more feasible for healthcare facilities, especially those owned by state or local governments, to pursue necessary expansions or upgrades. This is particularly relevant as health service providers look to improve their infrastructure in response to rising healthcare demands and technological advancements. The legislative change is expected to incentivize providers to apply for new services, thus potentially improving healthcare access and quality in the state.

Summary

House Bill 7392 seeks to amend the existing framework regarding application fees within the certificate of need program in the state of Rhode Island. The bill specifically limits the application fees that healthcare facilities must pay to a maximum of twenty-five thousand dollars ($25,000) when applying for certificates of need for new healthcare equipment and institutional health services. This legislative initiative aims to streamline the process and potentially reduce the financial burden on healthcare providers seeking to expand or upgrade their facilities.

Contention

Notably, the implementation of HB 7392 could raise concerns among stakeholders who fear that lowering application fees may lead to an influx of applications that the Department of Health might not be adequately equipped to handle. Opponents of the bill might argue that a busy application process could dilute the quality of assessments aimed at ensuring that resources are allocated based on community needs, and that proper oversight is maintained in awarding new healthcare services.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

RI H5356

Limits the application fees paid under the certificate of need program within the department of health to twenty-five thousand dollars ($25,000).

RI H5607

Redefines “farm” by reducing the amount of revenue from farm products required to be sold from ten thousand ($10,000) to two thousand five hundred dollars ($2500).

RI S0781

Redefines “farm” by reducing the amount of revenue from farm products required to be sold from ten thousand ($10,000) to two thousand five hundred dollars ($2500).

RI H5355

Repeals the certificate of need process statutes which are used by the department of health to determine the need for new health care equipment and new institutional health services.

RI S0783

Increases the threshold limit for charitable organizations with an annual gross income of five hundred thousand dollars ($500,000) to one million dollars ($1,000,000) or more.

RI H5526

Appropriates the sum of five hundred thousand dollars ($500,000) to fund the Thundermist family medicine residency program during fiscal year 2026 and every fiscal year thereafter.

RI S0339

Appropriates the sum of five hundred thousand dollars ($500,000) to fund the Thundermist family medicine residency program during fiscal year 2026 and every fiscal year thereafter.

RI H5309

Increases the minimum veterans’ exemption from one thousand dollars ($1,000) to six thousand dollars ($6,000) with respect to municipal taxes.

RI H5995

Provides a three thousand dollar ($3,000) stipend to a qualified applicant who successfully completes the job training program of the department of human services or department of children, youth and families.

RI S0866

Provides a three thousand dollar ($3,000) stipend to a qualified applicant who successfully completes the job training program of the department of human services or department of children, youth and families.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.