Rhode Island · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
HB 5629: AN ACT RELATING TO INSURANCE -- ACCIDENT AND 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 5629 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 26, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO INSURANCE -- ACCIDENT AND INSURANCE POLICIES. Primary sponsor: Kathleen Fogarty (Democratic), Grace Diaz (Democratic), Cherie Cruz (Democratic), Katie Kazarian (Democratic), Jennifer Stewart (Democratic), Jenni Furtado (Democratic), Leo Felix (Democratic), Rebecca Kislak (Democratic), Edith Ajello (Democratic), Karen Alzate (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 13, 2025): 03/13/2025 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.
Amends the current law on health insurance coverage for fertility diagnostic care, standard fertility preservation services, and fertility treatment and requires coverage for any medically necessary ovulation-enhancing drugs and medical services.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kathleen Fogarty | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 35 |
| Grace Diaz | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 11 |
| Cherie Cruz | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 58 |
| Katie Kazarian | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 63 |
| Jennifer Stewart | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 59 |
| Jenni Furtado | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 64 |
| Leo Felix | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 61 |
| Rebecca Kislak | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 4 |
| Edith Ajello | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 1 |
| Karen Alzate | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 60 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 03/13/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 03/07/2025 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/13/2025)
- 02/26/2025 Introduced, referred to House Health & Human Services