Rhode Island · 2025 Regular Session · Resolution
HR 5790: JOINT RESOLUTION MAKING AN APPROPRIATION OF $90,000,000 TO THE RHODE ISLAND EXECUTIVE OFFICE OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES TO SUPPORT PHYSICIAN REIMBURSEMENT RATE INCREASES IN THE RHODE ISLAND MEDICAID PROGRAM
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HR 5790 is a resolution introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 26, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: JOINT RESOLUTION MAKING AN APPROPRIATION OF $90,000,000 TO THE RHODE ISLAND EXECUTIVE OFFICE OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES TO SUPPORT PHYSICIAN REIMBURSEMENT RATE INCREASES IN THE RHODE ISLAND MEDICAID PROGRAM. Primary sponsor: Katie Kazarian (Democratic), Marie Hopkins (Republican), Stephen Casey (Democratic), Tina Spears (Democratic), David Bennett (Democratic), Casimiro, Sam Azzinaro (Democratic), Earl Read (Democratic), Doc Corvese (Democratic), Tom Noret (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 30, 2025): 04/30/2025 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.
Authorizes the appropriation of the sum of $90,000,000 to the Rhode Island Executive Office of Health and Human Services to be invested in increasing reimbursement rates for all physicians and advanced practice providers.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 8 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Katie Kazarian | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 63 |
| Marie Hopkins | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 21 |
| Stephen Casey | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 50 |
| Tina Spears | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 36 |
| David Bennett | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 20 |
| Casimiro | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Sam Azzinaro | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 37 |
| Earl Read | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 26 |
| Doc Corvese | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 55 |
| Tom Noret | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 25 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 04/30/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 04/25/2025 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/30/2025)
- 02/26/2025 Introduced, referred to House Finance