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SB 2107

AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- HEALTHCARE WORKER PLATFORM ACT

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Jake Bissaillon and 4 co-sponsors

Rhode Island bill establishing labor standards, worker protections, and regulatory oversight for healthcare staffing platforms and gig-based worker arrangements.

06/22/2026 Signed by Governor
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Bill Summary · SB 2107

Legislative bill overview

SB 2107, the Healthcare Worker Platform Act, establishes regulatory requirements for digital platforms that connect healthcare workers with temporary or gig work assignments. The bill aims to set standards for worker classification, benefits eligibility, safety protocols, and platform accountability in the growing healthcare staffing industry.

Why is this important

Healthcare worker shortages have driven increased reliance on staffing platforms, but these workers often lack traditional employment protections, benefits, and job security. This legislation directly affects how thousands of Rhode Island healthcare workers access employment and what protections they receive, while also influencing how healthcare facilities manage staffing and labor costs.

Potential points of contention

  • Worker classification disputes: Determining whether platform workers should be classified as employees (with benefits and protections) or independent contractors (with fewer obligations for platforms) remains contentious between labor advocates and platform companies
  • Cost implications: Requirements for benefits, insurance, and safety standards could increase operational costs for staffing platforms and healthcare employers, potentially affecting worker wages or service availability
  • Platform business model viability: Strict regulations may challenge the flexibility-based economic model these platforms depend on, potentially reducing platform participation or service offerings in Rhode Island

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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