Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7948: AN ACT RELATING TO INSURANCE -- PRESCRIPTION DRUG BENEFITS
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 7948 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 27, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO INSURANCE -- PRESCRIPTION DRUG BENEFITS. Primary sponsor: Brandon Potter (Democratic), Deb Fellela (Democratic), Jennifer Stewart (Democratic), Carol McEntee (Democratic), Rebecca Kislak (Democratic), Justine Caldwell (Democratic), Mia Ackerman (Democratic), Joshua Giraldo (Democratic), Susan Donovan (Democratic), David Morales (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.
Caps the total amount that a covered person is required to pay for a covered prescription inhaler, prescription device, or prescription equipment to twenty-five dollars ($25.00) per thirty (30) day supply.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brandon Potter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 16 |
| Deb Fellela | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 43 |
| Jennifer Stewart | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 59 |
| Carol McEntee | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 33 |
| Rebecca Kislak | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 4 |
| Justine Caldwell | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 30 |
| Mia Ackerman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 45 |
| Joshua Giraldo | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 56 |
| Susan Donovan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 69 |
| David Morales | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 7 |
“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)
- 02/27/2026 Introduced, referred to House Health & Human Services