Rhode Island · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
HB 5431: AN ACT RELATING TO INSURANCE -- MEDICARE SUPPLEMENT INSURANCE POLICIES
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 5431 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 12, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO INSURANCE -- MEDICARE SUPPLEMENT INSURANCE POLICIES. Primary sponsor: Brandon Potter (Democratic), Casimiro, Charlene Lima (Democratic), Jay Edwards (Democratic), Deb Fellela (Democratic), Pat Serpa (Democratic), Joseph McNamara (Democratic), Bob Phillips (Democratic), June Speakman (Democratic), Susan Donovan (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 10, 2025): 04/10/2025 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.
Provides that individuals enrolled in Medicare Parts A and B guaranteed right to enroll in standardized plans.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 9
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brandon Potter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 16 |
| Casimiro | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Charlene Lima | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 14 |
| Jay Edwards | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 70 |
| Deb Fellela | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 43 |
| Pat Serpa | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 27 |
| Joseph McNamara | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 19 |
| Bob Phillips | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 51 |
| June Speakman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 68 |
| Susan Donovan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 69 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 04/10/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 04/04/2025 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/10/2025)
- 02/12/2025 Introduced, referred to House Health & Human Services