Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2567: AN ACT RELATING TO INSURANCE -- UNIVERSAL AND UNIFIED HEALTHCARE SYSTEM ACT
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 2567 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on February 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO INSURANCE -- UNIVERSAL AND UNIFIED HEALTHCARE SYSTEM ACT. Primary sponsor: Jonathon Acosta (Democratic), Sam Zurier (Democratic), Linda Ujifusa (Democratic), Bridget Valverde (Democratic), Tiara Mack (Democratic), Alana DiMario (Democratic), Pam Lauria (Democratic), Melissa Murray (Democratic), Meghan Kallman (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 7, 2026): 04/07/2026 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.
Establishes a universal and unified healthcare system and reform the current payment system for healthcare coverage in this state.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 9
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jonathon Acosta | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 16 |
| Sam Zurier | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 3 |
| Linda Ujifusa | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 11 |
| Bridget Valverde | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 35 |
| Tiara Mack | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 6 |
| Alana DiMario | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 36 |
| Pam Lauria | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 32 |
| Melissa Murray | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 24 |
| Meghan Kallman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 15 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 04/07/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 04/03/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/07/2026)
- 02/13/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Health and Human Services