Rhode Island · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
HB 6117: 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 6117 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on March 21, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO INSURANCE -- ACCIDENT AND SICKNESS INSURANCE POLICIES. Primary sponsor: Leo Felix (Democratic), Michelle McGaw (Democratic), Casimiro, Grace Diaz (Democratic), Rebecca Kislak (Democratic), David Morales (Democratic), Cherie Cruz (Democratic), Brandon Potter (Democratic), Teresa Tanzi (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.
Requires insurance coverage for all community health workers' services to include health and promotion coaching, health education and training, health system navigation and resource coordination services, care planning and follow-up care recommendations.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 8
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leo Felix | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 61 |
| Michelle McGaw | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 71 |
| Casimiro | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Grace Diaz | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 11 |
| Rebecca Kislak | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 4 |
| David Morales | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 7 |
| Cherie Cruz | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 58 |
| Brandon Potter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 16 |
| Teresa Tanzi | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 34 |
“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)
- 03/21/2025 Introduced, referred to House Health & Human Services