Rhode Island · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
HB 5026: AN ACT RELATING TO INSURANCE -- ACCIDENT AND SICKNESS INSURANCE POLICIES
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 5026 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on January 10, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO INSURANCE -- ACCIDENT AND SICKNESS INSURANCE POLICIES. Primary sponsor: Mia Ackerman (Democratic), David Morales (Democratic), Bill O'Brien (Democratic), Pat Serpa (Democratic), Jay Edwards (Democratic), Katie Kazarian (Democratic), Susan Donovan (Democratic), Sam Azzinaro (Democratic), Grace Diaz (Democratic), Brian Kennedy (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 6, 2025): 03/06/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Caps amount payable for 30 day supply of equipment/supplies for insulin administration/glucose monitoring at $25 or equipment designed to last more than 30 days with no deductible commencing January 1, 2026.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mia Ackerman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 45 |
| David Morales | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 7 |
| Bill O'Brien | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 54 |
| Pat Serpa | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 27 |
| Jay Edwards | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 70 |
| Katie Kazarian | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 63 |
| Susan Donovan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 69 |
| Sam Azzinaro | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 37 |
| Grace Diaz | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 11 |
| Brian Kennedy | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 38 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 03/06/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 02/28/2025 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/06/2025)
- 01/10/2025 Introduced, referred to House Health & Human Services