Rhode Island · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
HB 5996: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- RHODE ISLAND INDIVIDUAL MARKET AFFORDABILITY ACT OF 2025
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 5996 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 28, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- RHODE ISLAND INDIVIDUAL MARKET AFFORDABILITY ACT OF 2025. Primary sponsor: Edith Ajello (Democratic), Susan Donovan (Democratic), Jennifer Boylan (Democratic), Rebecca Kislak (Democratic), Karen Alzate (Democratic), Megan Cotter (Democratic), Teresa Tanzi (Democratic), June Speakman (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 20, 2025): 05/20/2025 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.
Creates the Rhode Island Individual Market Affordability Act of 2024 to help reduce out-of-pocket costs for low- and moderate-income consumers enrolled in the health insurance coverage through the Rhode Island health benefits exchange.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 8
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edith Ajello | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 1 |
| Susan Donovan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 69 |
| Jennifer Boylan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 66 |
| Rebecca Kislak | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 4 |
| Karen Alzate | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 60 |
| Megan Cotter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 39 |
| Teresa Tanzi | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 34 |
| June Speakman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 68 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 05/20/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 05/16/2025 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/20/2025)
- 02/28/2025 Introduced, referred to House Finance