Rhode Island · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
HB 5082: AN ACT RELATING TO INSURANCE -- ACCIDENT AND SICKNESS INSURANCE POLICIES -- PHYSICAL THERAPY COPAY
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 5082 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on January 16, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO INSURANCE -- ACCIDENT AND SICKNESS INSURANCE POLICIES -- PHYSICAL THERAPY COPAY. Primary sponsor: Michelle McGaw (Democratic), Susan Donovan (Democratic), Pat Serpa (Democratic), Scott Slater (Democratic), Mia Ackerman (Democratic), Grace Diaz (Democratic), Casimiro, Jay Edwards (Democratic), Joseph Solomon (Democratic), David Bennett (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 27, 2025): 03/27/2025 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.
Limits copays, coinsurance or office deductibles for services of a physical therapist to the amount authorized for the services of a primary care physician or osteopath on or after January 1, 2026.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 9
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Michelle McGaw | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 71 |
| Susan Donovan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 69 |
| Pat Serpa | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 27 |
| Scott Slater | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 10 |
| Mia Ackerman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 45 |
| Grace Diaz | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 11 |
| Casimiro | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Jay Edwards | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 70 |
| Joseph Solomon | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 22 |
| David Bennett | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 20 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 03/27/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 03/24/2025 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/27/2025)
- 01/16/2025 Introduced, referred to House Health & Human Services