Rhode Island · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
HB 6368: 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 6368 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on May 28, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO INSURANCE -- ACCIDENT AND SICKNESS INSURANCE POLICIES. Primary sponsor: Arthur Handy (Democratic), Megan Cotter (Democratic), Kathleen Fogarty (Democratic), Terri Cortvriend (Democratic), Justine Caldwell (Democratic), Brandon Potter (Democratic), Michelle McGaw (Democratic), June Speakman (Democratic), Susan Donovan (Democratic), Rebecca Kislak (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (June 3, 2025): 06/03/2025 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.
Amends unfair discrimination statutes to encompass more protected categories and protects against additional forms of discrimination.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arthur Handy | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 18 |
| Megan Cotter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 39 |
| Kathleen Fogarty | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 35 |
| Terri Cortvriend | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 72 |
| Justine Caldwell | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 30 |
| Brandon Potter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 16 |
| Michelle McGaw | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 71 |
| June Speakman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 68 |
| Susan Donovan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 69 |
| Rebecca Kislak | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 4 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 06/03/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 05/30/2025 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (06/03/2025)
- 05/28/2025 Introduced, referred to House Health & Human Services