Rhode Island · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
SB 333: AN ACT RELATING TO HUMAN SERVICES -- MEDICAL ASSISTANCE
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 333 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on February 21, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO HUMAN SERVICES -- MEDICAL ASSISTANCE. Primary sponsor: Pam Lauria (Democratic), Jonathon Acosta (Democratic), David Tikoian (Democratic), Alana DiMario (Democratic), Bridget Valverde (Democratic), Melissa Murray (Democratic), Jake Bissaillon (Democratic), Val Lawson (Democratic), Lou DiPalma (Democratic), Victoria Gu (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 27, 2025): 05/27/2025 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.
Requires EOHHS to establish a 1-year pilot program for nutritional assistance and medically tailored meals, groceries and produce for peoples with diet-related diseases or food insecurity, and other interventions where there is a clinical need.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pam Lauria | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 32 |
| Jonathon Acosta | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 16 |
| David Tikoian | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 22 |
| Alana DiMario | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 36 |
| Bridget Valverde | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 35 |
| Melissa Murray | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 24 |
| Jake Bissaillon | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 1 |
| Val Lawson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 14 |
| Lou DiPalma | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 12 |
| Victoria Gu | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 38 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 05/27/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 05/23/2025 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/27/2025)
- 02/21/2025 Introduced, referred to Senate Finance