Rhode Island · 2025 Regular Session · Resolution
SR 873: JOINT RESOLUTION MAKING AN APPROPRIATION OF $90,000,000 TO THE RHODE ISLAND EXECUTIVE OFFICE OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES TO SUPPORT PHYSICIAN REIMBURSEMENT RATE INCREASES IN THE RHODE ISLAND MEDICAID PROGRAM
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SR 873 is a resolution introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on March 21, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: JOINT RESOLUTION MAKING AN APPROPRIATION OF $90,000,000 TO THE RHODE ISLAND EXECUTIVE OFFICE OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES TO SUPPORT PHYSICIAN REIMBURSEMENT RATE INCREASES IN THE RHODE ISLAND MEDICAID PROGRAM. Primary sponsor: John Burke (Democratic), Alana DiMario (Democratic), Bob Britto (Democratic), Lori Urso (Democratic), Melissa Murray (Democratic), Sue Sosnowski (Democratic), Val Lawson (Democratic), David Tikoian (Democratic), Lou DiPalma (Democratic), Jake Bissaillon (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 27, 2025): 05/27/2025 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.
Authorizes the appropriation of the sum of $90,000,000 to the Rhode Island executive office of health and human services to be invested in increasing reimbursement rates for all physicians and advanced practice providers.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Burke | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 9 |
| Alana DiMario | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 36 |
| Bob Britto | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 18 |
| Lori Urso | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 8 |
| Melissa Murray | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 24 |
| Sue Sosnowski | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 37 |
| Val Lawson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 14 |
| David Tikoian | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 22 |
| Lou DiPalma | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 12 |
| Jake Bissaillon | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 1 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 05/27/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 05/23/2025 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/27/2025)
- 03/21/2025 Introduced, referred to Senate Finance