Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 8310: AN ACT RELATING TO INSURANCE -- ACCIDENT AND SICKNESS INSURANCE POLICIES -- HEALTHCARE PROVIDER CREDENTIALING
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 8310 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 -- ACCIDENT AND SICKNESS INSURANCE POLICIES -- HEALTHCARE PROVIDER CREDENTIALING. Primary sponsor: Jason Knight (Democratic), Tom Noret (Democratic), Jennifer Stewart (Democratic), Evan Shanley (Democratic), Megan Cotter (Democratic), Joseph McNamara (Democratic), Rebecca Kislak (Democratic), Paul Santucci (Republican), 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.
Amends the timelines related to healthcare provider credentialing.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 7 · Republican 3
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jason Knight | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 67 |
| Tom Noret | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 25 |
| Jennifer Stewart | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 59 |
| Evan Shanley | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 24 |
| Megan Cotter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 39 |
| Joseph McNamara | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 19 |
| Rebecca Kislak | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 4 |
| Paul Santucci | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 53 |
| 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)
- 03/26/2026 Committee transferred to House Corporations
- 03/18/2026 Introduced, referred to House Health & Human Services