Rhode Island · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
HB 6047: 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 6047 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on March 7, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO INSURANCE -- ACCIDENT AND SICKNESS INSURANCE POLICIES. Primary sponsor: Joshua Giraldo (Democratic), Casimiro, Teresa Tanzi (Democratic), Leo Felix (Democratic), Edith Ajello (Democratic), June Speakman (Democratic), Evan Shanley (Democratic), Justine Caldwell (Democratic), Katie Kazarian (Democratic), Karen Alzate (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 30, 2025): 04/30/2025 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.
Mandates all health insurance contracts from January 1, 2026, to cover FDA-approved contraceptives, sterilization, contraception counseling, follow-up services, and a twelve-month supply for Medicaid recipients.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 9
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joshua Giraldo | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 56 |
| Casimiro | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Teresa Tanzi | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 34 |
| Leo Felix | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 61 |
| Edith Ajello | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 1 |
| June Speakman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 68 |
| Evan Shanley | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 24 |
| Justine Caldwell | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 30 |
| Katie Kazarian | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 63 |
| 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
- 04/30/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 04/25/2025 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/30/2025)
- 03/07/2025 Introduced, referred to House Finance