Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2255: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- RHODE ISLAND INDIVIDUAL MARKET AFFORDABILITY ACT OF 2026
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 2255 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on January 23, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- RHODE ISLAND INDIVIDUAL MARKET AFFORDABILITY ACT OF 2026. Primary sponsor: Dawn Euer (Democratic), Tiara Mack (Democratic), Ana Quezada (Democratic), Jonathon Acosta (Democratic), Alana DiMario (Democratic), Ryan Pearson (Democratic), Melissa Murray (Democratic), Meghan Kallman (Democratic), Bridget Valverde (Democratic), Pam Lauria (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.
Enacts the RI individual market affordability act of 2026 to establish a program to help reduce out-of-pocket costs for low- and moderate-income consumers enrolled in individual health insurance coverage through the RI health benefits exchange.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dawn Euer | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 13 |
| Tiara Mack | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 6 |
| Ana Quezada | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 2 |
| Jonathon Acosta | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 16 |
| Alana DiMario | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 36 |
| Ryan Pearson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 19 |
| Melissa Murray | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 24 |
| Meghan Kallman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 15 |
| Bridget Valverde | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 35 |
| Pam Lauria | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 32 |
“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)
- 01/23/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Health and Human Services