Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7629: 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 7629 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 11, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO INSURANCE -- ACCIDENT AND SICKNESS INSURANCE POLICIES. Primary sponsor: Carol McEntee (Democratic), Rebecca Kislak (Democratic), David Bennett (Democratic), Jay Edwards (Democratic), Mary Messier (Democratic), Jenni Furtado (Democratic), Kathleen Fogarty (Democratic), Leo Felix (Democratic), Katie Kazarian (Democratic), Karen Alzate (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 3, 2026): 03/03/2026 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.
Amends the current law on health insurance coverage for fertility diagnostic care, standard fertility preservation services, and fertility treatment and requires coverage for any medically necessary ovulation-enhancing drugs and medical services.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carol McEntee | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 33 |
| Rebecca Kislak | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 4 |
| David Bennett | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 20 |
| Jay Edwards | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 70 |
| Mary Messier | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 62 |
| Jenni Furtado | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 64 |
| Kathleen Fogarty | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 35 |
| Leo Felix | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 61 |
| Katie Kazarian | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 63 |
| Karen Alzate | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 60 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 03/03/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 02/27/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/03/2026)
- 02/23/2026 Meeting postponed (02/24/2026)
- 02/19/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration
- 02/11/2026 Introduced, referred to House Health & Human Services