Rhode Island · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
HB 6158: 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 6158 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on April 2, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO INSURANCE -- ACCIDENT AND SICKNESS INSURANCE POLICIES. Primary sponsor: Grace Diaz (Democratic), Carol McEntee (Democratic), Deb Fellela (Democratic), Pat Serpa (Democratic), Joseph McNamara (Democratic), Mia Ackerman (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.
Mandates insurance coverage for scalp cooling treatments for breast cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy to prevent hair loss during chemotherapy treatments.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 6
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grace Diaz | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 11 |
| Carol McEntee | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 33 |
| Deb Fellela | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 43 |
| Pat Serpa | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 27 |
| Joseph McNamara | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 19 |
| Mia Ackerman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 45 |
“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)
- 04/02/2025 Introduced, referred to House Health & Human Services