Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7348: 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 7348 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: Chris Paplauskas (Republican), Paul Santucci (Republican), Dick Fascia (Republican), Bob Quattrocchi (Republican), George Nardone (Republican), Marie Hopkins (Republican), David Place (Republican). Most recent recorded action (March 24, 2026): 03/24/2026 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.
Mandates all health insurance contracts, plans, or policies provide the same reimbursement to independent healthcare facilities as that of hospital affiliated facilities where the same healthcare service is provided.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 7
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chris Paplauskas | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 15 |
| Paul Santucci | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 53 |
| Dick Fascia | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 42 |
| Bob Quattrocchi | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 41 |
| George Nardone | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 28 |
| Marie Hopkins | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 21 |
| David Place | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 47 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 03/24/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 03/20/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/24/2026)
- 01/28/2026 Introduced, referred to House Health & Human Services