Rhode Island · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
SB 51: AN ACT RELATING TO INSURANCE -- ACCIDENT AND SICKNESS INSURANCE POLICIES -- PHYSICAL THERAPY COPAY
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 51 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on January 23, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO INSURANCE -- ACCIDENT AND SICKNESS INSURANCE POLICIES -- PHYSICAL THERAPY COPAY. Primary sponsor: Sam Bell (Democratic), Alana DiMario (Democratic), Bridget Valverde (Democratic), Melissa Murray (Democratic), Jonathon Acosta (Democratic), Lori Urso (Democratic), Pam Lauria (Democratic), Tiara Mack (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.
Limits copays, coinsurance or office deductibles for services of a physical therapist to the amount authorized for the services of a primary care physician or osteopath on or after January 1, 2026.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 9
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sam Bell | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 5 |
| Alana DiMario | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 36 |
| Bridget Valverde | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 35 |
| Melissa Murray | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 24 |
| Jonathon Acosta | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 16 |
| Lori Urso | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 8 |
| Pam Lauria | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 32 |
| Tiara Mack | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 6 |
| 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)
- 01/23/2025 Introduced, referred to Senate Health and Human Services