Rhode Island · 2025 Regular Session · Resolution
SR 664: JOINT RESOLUTION MAKING AN APPROPRIATION OF $1,000,000 FOR THE PURCHASE, CANCELLATION AND FORGIVENESS OF MEDICAL DEBT
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SR 664 is a resolution introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on March 7, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: JOINT RESOLUTION MAKING AN APPROPRIATION OF $1,000,000 FOR THE PURCHASE, CANCELLATION AND FORGIVENESS OF MEDICAL DEBT. Primary sponsor: Dawn Euer (Democratic), Pete Appollonio (Democratic), John Burke (Democratic), Mark McKenney (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (June 10, 2025): 06/10/2025 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.
Authorizes the appropriation of the sum of $1,000,000 for the continued purchase, cancellation and forgiveness of medical debt consistent with section 35-4-21.1 of the General Laws.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 4
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dawn Euer | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 13 |
| Pete Appollonio | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 29 |
| John Burke | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 9 |
| Mark McKenney | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 30 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 06/10/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 06/06/2025 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (06/10/2025)
- 06/05/2025 Meeting postponed (06/05/2025)
- 06/03/2025 Scheduled for consideration
- 03/07/2025 Introduced, referred to Senate Finance