Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7278: AN ACT RELATING TO INSURANCE -- TELEMEDICINE COVERAGE ACT
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 7278 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on January 23, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO INSURANCE -- TELEMEDICINE COVERAGE ACT. Primary sponsor: Teresa Tanzi (Democratic), Earl Read (Democratic), Dick Fascia (Republican), Ramon Perez (Democratic), Evan Shanley (Democratic), Casimiro, Jon Brien (Independent), George Nardone (Republican), Joseph McNamara (Democratic), Marie Hopkins (Republican). Most recent recorded action (April 14, 2026): 04/14/2026 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.
Permits healthcare professionals to diagnose and treat patients remotely with store-and-forward technology when provision of services in such manner is consistent with the standard of care.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 5 · Independent 1 · Republican 3
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Teresa Tanzi | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 34 |
| Earl Read | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 26 |
| Dick Fascia | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 42 |
| Ramon Perez | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 13 |
| Evan Shanley | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 24 |
| Casimiro | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Jon Brien | Primary sponsor | Independent | House | 49 |
| George Nardone | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 28 |
| Joseph McNamara | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 19 |
| Marie Hopkins | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 21 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 04/14/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 04/10/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/14/2026)
- 01/23/2026 Introduced, referred to House Health & Human Services