Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7347: 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 7347 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on January 28, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO INSURANCE -- ACCIDENT AND SICKNESS INSURANCE POLICIES. Primary sponsor: Jennifer Boylan (Democratic), Susan Donovan (Democratic), Mary Messier (Democratic), David Morales (Democratic), Jenni Furtado (Democratic), Deb Fellela (Democratic), Brandon Potter (Democratic), Lauren Carson (Democratic), Kathleen Fogarty (Democratic), Michelle McGaw (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (February 10, 2026): 02/10/2026 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.
Limits prior authorization requirements for rehabilitative and habilitative services. Also prohibits prior authorization for the first twelve (12) visits of a new episode of care and for ninety (90) days following a chronic pain diagnosis.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jennifer Boylan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 66 |
| Susan Donovan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 69 |
| Mary Messier | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 62 |
| David Morales | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 7 |
| Jenni Furtado | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 64 |
| Deb Fellela | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 43 |
| Brandon Potter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 16 |
| Lauren Carson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 75 |
| Kathleen Fogarty | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 35 |
| Michelle McGaw | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 71 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 02/10/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 02/06/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (02/10/2026)
- 01/28/2026 Introduced, referred to House Health & Human Services