Rhode Island · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
SB 344: AN ACT RELATING TO INSURANCE -- INSURANCE COVERAGE FOR MENTAL ILLNESS AND SUBSTANCE USE DISORDERS
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 344 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on February 21, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO INSURANCE -- INSURANCE COVERAGE FOR MENTAL ILLNESS AND SUBSTANCE USE DISORDERS. Primary sponsor: Lori Urso (Democratic), Melissa Murray (Democratic), Dawn Euer (Democratic), Pam Lauria (Democratic), Bridget Valverde (Democratic), Brian Thompson (Democratic), Tiara Mack (Democratic), Lou DiPalma (Democratic), Val Lawson (Democratic), Alana DiMario (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 27, 2025): 03/27/2025 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 develop a budget and seek funding to establish an early childhood mental health hub program to improve access to infant and early childhood mental health services for children under six (6) years and their families.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lori Urso | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 8 |
| Melissa Murray | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 24 |
| Dawn Euer | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 13 |
| Pam Lauria | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 32 |
| Bridget Valverde | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 35 |
| Brian Thompson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 20 |
| Tiara Mack | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 6 |
| Lou DiPalma | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 12 |
| Val Lawson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 14 |
| Alana DiMario | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 36 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 03/27/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 03/21/2025 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/27/2025)
- 02/21/2025 Introduced, referred to Senate Health and Human Services