Rhode Island · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
SB 693: AN ACT RELATING TO HUMAN SERVICES -- MEDICARE SAVINGS PROGRAMS
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 693 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on March 7, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO HUMAN SERVICES -- MEDICARE SAVINGS PROGRAMS. Primary sponsor: Bridget Valverde (Democratic), Brian Thompson (Democratic), Bob Britto (Democratic), Alana DiMario (Democratic), Frank Ciccone (Democratic), Walter Felag (Democratic), David Tikoian (Democratic), Lammis Vargas (Democratic), Lou DiPalma (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 20, 2025): 05/20/2025 Committee recommended Substitute A 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.
Expands eligibility for the qualified Medicare beneficiary program by increasing the income limit from 100% to 138% of the federal poverty line.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 9
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bridget Valverde | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 35 |
| Brian Thompson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 20 |
| Bob Britto | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 18 |
| Alana DiMario | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 36 |
| Frank Ciccone | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 7 |
| Walter Felag | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 10 |
| David Tikoian | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 22 |
| Lammis Vargas | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 28 |
| Lou DiPalma | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 12 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 05/20/2025 Committee recommended Substitute A be held for further study
- 05/20/2025 Committee recommended indefinite postponement
- 05/19/2025 Proposed Substitute
- 05/16/2025 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/20/2025)
- 05/15/2025 Meeting postponed (05/15/2025)
- 05/09/2025 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration
- 03/12/2025 Committee transferred to Senate Finance
- 03/07/2025 Introduced, referred to Senate Health and Human Services