Rhode Island · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
SB 470: AN ACT RELATING TO INSURANCE -- CONTRACT WITH HEALTHCARE PROVIDERS
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 470 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on February 26, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO INSURANCE -- CONTRACT WITH HEALTHCARE PROVIDERS. Primary sponsor: Sam Bell (Democratic), Alana DiMario (Democratic), Jonathon Acosta (Democratic), Bridget Valverde (Democratic), Ana Quezada (Democratic), Tiara Mack (Democratic), Pam Lauria (Democratic), Linda Ujifusa (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 11, 2025): 03/11/2025 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.
Amends the current law in order that a health insurer would not require a physician, to participate in "capitation," or any other "alternative payment model" that creates a financial incentive for a physician to limit medically necessary care.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 8
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sam Bell | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 5 |
| Alana DiMario | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 36 |
| Jonathon Acosta | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 16 |
| Bridget Valverde | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 35 |
| Ana Quezada | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 2 |
| Tiara Mack | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 6 |
| Pam Lauria | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 32 |
| Linda Ujifusa | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 11 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 03/11/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 03/07/2025 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/11/2025)
- 02/26/2025 Introduced, referred to Senate Health and Human Services