Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 8183: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT --THE RHODE ISLAND HEALTH CARE REFORM ACT OF 2004 -- HEALTH INSURANCE OVERSIGHT
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 8183 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 27, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT --THE RHODE ISLAND HEALTH CARE REFORM ACT OF 2004 -- HEALTH INSURANCE OVERSIGHT. Primary sponsor: Brandon Potter (Democratic), David Bennett (Democratic), Joseph McNamara (Democratic), Scott Slater (Democratic), Casimiro, Tina Spears (Democratic), Evan Shanley (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 5, 2026): 05/05/2026 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.
Provides for an additional $117,600 to fund the rate increase recommended by the health insurance commissioner.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 6
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brandon Potter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 16 |
| David Bennett | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 20 |
| Joseph McNamara | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 19 |
| Scott Slater | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 10 |
| Casimiro | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Tina Spears | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 36 |
| Evan Shanley | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 24 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 05/05/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 05/01/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/05/2026)
- 02/27/2026 Introduced, referred to House Finance