Rhode Island · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
HB 6254: AN ACT RELATING TO HUMAN SERVICES -- MEDICAL ASSISTANCE
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 6254 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on April 23, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO HUMAN SERVICES -- MEDICAL ASSISTANCE. Primary sponsor: Justine Caldwell (Democratic), Joseph McNamara (Democratic), Nathan Biah (Democratic), Ramon Perez (Democratic), Megan Cotter (Democratic), Deb Fellela (Democratic), Joseph Solomon (Democratic), Casimiro, Brandon Voas (Democratic), Mary Ann Shallcross-Smith (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.
Authorizes office of health and human services (EOHHS) to establish coverage for obesity treatments, including medication. Office of health and human services would seek a 1115(a) waiver.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 9
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Justine Caldwell | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 30 |
| Joseph McNamara | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 19 |
| Nathan Biah | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 3 |
| Ramon Perez | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 13 |
| Megan Cotter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 39 |
| Deb Fellela | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 43 |
| Joseph Solomon | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 22 |
| Casimiro | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Brandon Voas | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 57 |
| Mary Ann Shallcross-Smith | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 46 |
“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)
- 04/23/2025 Introduced, referred to House Finance