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died · Rhode Island · House Apr 10, 2025

HB 6117: AN ACT RELATING TO INSURANCE -- ACCIDENT AND SICKNESS INSURANCE POLICIES

Requires insurance coverage for all community health workers' services to include health and promotion coaching, health education and training, health system navigation and resource coordination services, care planning and follow-up care recommendations.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates insurance coverage for community health services including coaching, education, and care planning, expanding patient access to preventive care and health system navigation.95% confidence
Cherie Cruz (D) Grace Diaz (D) Brandon Potter (D) Julie Casimiro (D) David Morales (D)
died · Rhode Island · House Apr 10, 2025

HR 5226: HOUSE RESOLUTION CONDEMNING PRESIDENT DONALD TRUMP'S EXECUTIVE ORDER TO WITHDRAW CITIZENSHIP FROM CHILDREN BORN IN THE UNITED STATES TO UNDOCUMENTED PARENTS

Rhode Island's House Resolution HR 5226 condemns President Trump's January 2025 executive order aiming to end birthright citizenship for children born in the U.S. to undocumented parents. The resolution, introduced by the Rhode Island House, formally opposes this policy change, which would affect children of undocumented immigrants by denying them automatic U.S. citizenship. It does not create new law but expresses legislative disapproval, citing the 14th Amendment's long-standing protection of birthright citizenship and noting the policy's potential impact on over 1.3 million U.S.-born adults living with undocumented parents. The resolution directs the state secretary to send a certified copy to President Trump and Rhode Island's congressional representatives.
Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationResolution explicitly condemns federal policy ending birthright citizenship, opposing a restriction on immigrant rights. Directly supports immigrant protections via 14th Amendment stance.95% confidence
Karen Alzate (D) Stephen Casey (D) Ramon Perez (D) Jennifer Boylan (D) Arthur Handy (D)
died · Rhode Island · House Apr 10, 2025

HB 5724: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- DETENTION FOR FEDERAL CIVIL IMMIGRATION VIOLATIONS

Prohibits state or municipality from contracts to detain individuals for civil immigration violations, and if such contract exists, it must end by July 1, 2026 and prohibits using public resources to detain those individuals.
Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationProhibits state detention of immigrants for civil violations, ending contracts and public resource use by 2026, limiting state cooperation with federal enforcement.95% confidence
Karen Alzate (D) Nathan Biah (D) Grace Diaz (D) Brandon Potter (D) David Morales (D)
died · Rhode Island · House Apr 10, 2025

HB 6158: AN ACT RELATING TO INSURANCE -- ACCIDENT AND SICKNESS INSURANCE POLICIES

Mandates insurance coverage for scalp cooling treatments for breast cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy to prevent hair loss during chemotherapy treatments.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates insurance coverage for scalp cooling, expanding access to cancer treatment and aligning with patient care standards.95% confidence
Deb Fellela (D) Grace Diaz (D) Pat Serpa (D) Mia Ackerman (D) Carol McEntee (D)
died · Rhode Island · House Apr 10, 2025

HB 5499: AN ACT RELATING TO INSURANCE -- MEDICARE SUPPLEMENT INSURANCE POLICIES

HB 5499 strengthens Rhode Island's Medicare supplement insurance (Medigap) rules to improve access for eligible residents. It prohibits insurers from denying coverage or charging more based on health status (including preexisting conditions) for applicants under 65 with disabilities or end-stage renal disease, and guarantees issue rights for Plan A during annual enrollment. The bill also requires the state insurance commissioner to set standards for policy terms, premiums, and claims handling, while banning medical underwriting for certain applicants. These changes directly affect Rhode Island Medicare beneficiaries (ages 65+ or under 65 with qualifying disabilities) and insurers selling Medigap policies in the state. The law takes effect January 1, 2026.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareProhibits denial of Medigap coverage based on health status for vulnerable groups, guarantees issue rights, and sets standards - directly expands access and protects patient rights in healthcare insurance.95% confidence
Susan Donovan (D) Kathleen Fogarty (D) Brandon Potter (D) David Morales (D) Jay Edwards (D)
died · Rhode Island · House Apr 10, 2025

HB 5663: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINALS -- CORRECTIONAL INSTITUTIONS -- INTERSTATE DETAINERS

HB 5663 requires state law enforcement agencies (including sheriffs' offices and the department of corrections) to honor all detainer requests from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). The bill mandates that these agencies hold individuals in custody until federal immigration authorities take custody, without exception for the detainer requests. It directly affects people detained by state law enforcement who receive an ICE detainer, as it would prevent their release until ICE arrives. This bill does not change immigration law but alters how state agencies handle federal immigration detainers.
Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationMandates state agencies to hold individuals for ICE detainers without exception, directly increasing state cooperation with federal immigration enforcement.95% confidence
Dick Fascia (R) Mike Chippendale (R) Bob Quattrocchi (R) George Nardone (R) Sherry Roberts (R)
died · Rhode Island · House Apr 10, 2025

HB 5431: AN ACT RELATING TO INSURANCE -- MEDICARE SUPPLEMENT INSURANCE POLICIES

HB 5431 guarantees that Medicare beneficiaries under 65 and over 65 who are enrolled in Medicare Parts A and B can enroll in standardized Medicare Supplement Plan A during a one-month annual enrollment period without being denied coverage due to health conditions. To qualify, applicants must have been enrolled in a Medicare Advantage plan (Part C) and remain enrolled at the time of application. The bill also standardizes Medicare supplement policies by prohibiting exclusions for preexisting conditions and requiring clear minimum standards for benefits, rates, and insurer practices. This change aims to simplify access to supplemental coverage while removing health-based barriers for Medicare recipients.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareGuarantees enrollment in Medicare Supplement Plan A without health-based denials, expanding access to supplemental insurance for beneficiaries.95% confidence
Susan Donovan (D) Deb Fellela (D) Pat Serpa (D) Bob Phillips (D) Brandon Potter (D)
died · Rhode Island · House Apr 10, 2025

HR 5434: HOUSE RESOLUTION RESPECTFULLY URGING THE UNITED STATES CONGRESS TO PROTECT PATIENTS AND TRADITIONAL MEDICARE FROM MEDICARE ADVANTAGE

This is a Rhode Island House resolution (not legislation), urging federal lawmakers to address concerns about Medicare Advantage (MA) plans. It calls for transparency measures, stricter marketing rules, and redirecting funds from MA plans to strengthen Traditional Medicare. The resolution highlights issues like higher costs for enrollees, narrower provider networks, and profit-driven practices by MA insurers, but does not create new laws. It specifically recommends actions for Congress and federal agencies, such as requiring MA plan audits and prohibiting practices that prioritize corporate profits over patient care.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareUrges redirecting funds from Medicare Advantage to strengthen Traditional Medicare, protecting patient access and reducing costs for enrollees.95% confidence
Cherie Cruz (D) Justine Caldwell (D) Megan Cotter (D) Brandon Potter (D) Michelle McGaw (D)
died · Rhode Island · Senate Apr 10, 2025

SB 460: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- DEPARTMENT OF CHILDREN, YOUTH AND FAMILIES -- THE POWERS AND SCOPE OF ACTIVITIES

Expands the DCYF powers by overseeing and administer comprehensive behavioral health services for children with serious emotional disturbances and children with developmental or functional disabilities.
Mark McKenney (D) Lou DiPalma (D) Alana DiMario (D) John Burke (D) Val Lawson (D)
died · Rhode Island · House Apr 10, 2025

HB 6121: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL PROCEDURE -- ARREST

Prohibits the civil arrest of any person who is attending court either on behalf of themselves or a family or household member. Any person who violates this act shall be subject to civil suit, and for contempt of court.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeProhibits civil arrest for court attendance, protecting defendants' rights to access courts without undue detention, aligning with civil rights protections in criminal justice reform.95% confidence
Jose Batista (D)
died · Rhode Island · Senate Apr 10, 2025

SB 555: AN ACT RELATING TO MOTOR AND OTHER VEHICLES -- MOTOR VEHICLE OFFENSES

Distinguishes, in two separate subsections, a first offense for reckless driving, which is a misdemeanor, and a second or subsequent offense for reckless driving, which is a felony.
Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill elevates repeat reckless driving to felony status, increasing penalties and opposing reform efforts that seek to reduce mandatory harsh sentences.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill increases penalties for repeat reckless driving offenses, enhancing road safety under vehicle regulations.85% confidence
Walter Felag (D) Matt LaMountain (D) David Tikoian (D) John Burke (D) Sue Sosnowski (D)
died · Rhode Island · Senate Apr 10, 2025

SB 544: AN ACT RELATING TO MOTOR AND OTHER VEHICLES -- MOTOR VEHICLE OFFENSES

Increases the penalty for anyone found guilty of reckless driving while eluding police to a felony punishable by up to 5 years imprisonment and subject to a loss of license from 1 to 2 years and a possible forfeiture of their motor vehicle.
Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeIncreases penalties to felony (5-year sentence) for reckless driving while evading police, aligning with 'increases mandatory sentences' indicator for oppose stance.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationIncreases penalties for reckless driving while eluding police, enhancing road safety through stricter enforcement of vehicle regulations.90% confidence
David Tikoian (D) Pete Appollonio (D) Todd Patalano (D) John Burke (D) Lou Raptakis (D)
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