Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7631: AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES -- MEDICARE ENROLLMENT
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 7631 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 11, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES -- MEDICARE ENROLLMENT. Primary sponsor: Jose Batista (Democratic), Evan Shanley (Democratic), Michelle McGaw (Democratic), Jenni Furtado (Democratic), David Morales (Democratic), Karen Alzate (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 19, 2026): 05/19/2026 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.
Requires the EOHHS to disregard an individual’s assets or resources, when determining an individual’s eligibility for any Medicare beneficiary program, contingent on federal approval.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 6
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jose Batista | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 12 |
| Evan Shanley | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 24 |
| Michelle McGaw | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 71 |
| Jenni Furtado | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 64 |
| David Morales | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 7 |
| 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
- 05/19/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 05/15/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/19/2026)
- 03/02/2026 Committee transferred to House Finance
- 03/02/2026 Meeting postponed (03/03/2026)
- 02/27/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration
- 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