Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 8308: AN ACT RELATING TO INSURANCE -- PRIMARY CARE CONTRACTING GOOD FAITH ACT
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 8308 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on March 18, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO INSURANCE -- PRIMARY CARE CONTRACTING GOOD FAITH ACT. Primary sponsor: Jason Knight (Democratic), Jennifer Stewart (Democratic), Tom Noret (Democratic), Evan Shanley (Democratic), Paul Santucci (Republican), Megan Cotter (Democratic), Marie Hopkins (Republican), David Place (Republican). Most recent recorded action (April 14, 2026): 04/14/2026 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.
Creates the Primary Care Contracting Good Faith Act.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 5 · Republican 3
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jason Knight | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 67 |
| Jennifer Stewart | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 59 |
| Tom Noret | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 25 |
| Evan Shanley | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 24 |
| Paul Santucci | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 53 |
| Megan Cotter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 39 |
| 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
- 04/14/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 04/10/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/14/2026)
- 03/18/2026 Introduced, referred to House Corporations