Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2877: AN ACT RELATING TO INSURANCE -- ACCIDENT AND SICKNESS INSURANCE POLICIES
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- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 2877 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on March 4, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO INSURANCE -- ACCIDENT AND SICKNESS INSURANCE POLICIES. Primary sponsor: Bridget Valverde (Democratic), Linda Ujifusa (Democratic), Pam Lauria (Democratic), Bob Britto (Democratic), Pete Appollonio (Democratic), Brian Thompson (Democratic), Melissa Murray (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 29, 2026): 04/29/2026 Referred to House Health & Human Services.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Caps amount payable for 30 day supply of equipment/supplies for insulin administration/glucose monitoring at $25 or equipment designed to last more than 30 days with no deductible commencing January 1, 2027.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 7
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bridget Valverde | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 35 |
| Linda Ujifusa | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 11 |
| Pam Lauria | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 32 |
| Bob Britto | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 18 |
| Pete Appollonio | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 29 |
| Brian Thompson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 20 |
| Melissa Murray | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 24 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 04/29/2026 Referred to House Health & Human Services
- 04/28/2026 Senate read and passed
- 04/15/2026 Placed on Senate Calendar (04/28/2026)
- 04/14/2026 Committee recommends passage
- 04/10/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/14/2026)
- 03/04/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Health and Human Services