Rep. Jennifer Stewart

Primary HB 5473

died · Rhode Island House · Lead sponsor

AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- PERSONAL INCOME TAX

Maddy summaryHB 5473 proposes a change to the state's personal income tax structure. It introduces an additional 3% tax rate on taxable income that exceeds $625,000, as indexed to 2025 dollars. This new tax provision would apply to tax years beginning in 2026 and thereafter, and it would not be applied retroactively to previous tax years.

Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill adds 3% tax on high earners ($625k+), increasing state revenue. Aligns with fiscal responsibility by broadening tax base on high incomes to strengthen budget.95% confidence

died May 6, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 6209

died · Rhode Island House · Lead sponsor

AN ACT RELATING TO INSURANCE -- PRESCRIPTION DRUG BENEFITS

Includes any costs paid by an enrollee or on behalf of the enrollee by a third party when calculating an enrollee’s overall contribution to any out-of-pocket maximum or cost sharing requirement under a health plan as of January 1, 2026.

HealthcareSupports HealthcareIncludes third-party payments toward out-of-pocket max, reducing patient costs and improving prescription drug affordability under insurance plans.85% confidence

died May 1, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 6210

died · Rhode Island House · Lead sponsor

AN ACT RELATING TO COURTS AND CIVIL PROCEDURE -- PROCEDURE GENERALLY -- EVIDENCE

Provides that statements by a health care provider regarding the unanticipated outcome of a patient's medical care and treatment shall be inadmissible as evidence of an admission of liability or as evidence of an admission.

died May 1, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 5991

died · Rhode Island House · Lead sponsor

AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- HEALTH CARE FOR CHILDREN AND PREGNANT WOMEN

Requires EOHHS to provide self-measured blood pressure monitoring for eligible pregnant and postpartum individuals, covering home monitors, training, data transmission, and co-interventions, with state funds if federal aid is unavailable.

HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates state-funded blood pressure monitoring for pregnant/postpartum individuals, expanding access to preventive healthcare services.95% confidence

died Apr 30, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 5990

died · Rhode Island House · Lead sponsor

AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- HEALTH CARE FOR CHILDREN AND PREGNANT WOMEN

Extends eligibility for lactation counselor services to RIte Start recipients starting October 1, 2025, through the end of their 12 month postpartum period, with coverage provided regardless of federal financial participation.

HealthcareSupports HealthcareExtends lactation counselor coverage to RIte Start recipients during postpartum period, expanding healthcare access for pregnant women and new mothers.95% confidence

died Apr 30, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 5771

died · Rhode Island House · Lead sponsor

AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- THE RHODE ISLAND MEDICAID REFORM ACT OF 2008

Maddy summaryHB 5771, known as "The Rhode Island Medicaid Reform Act of 2008," mandates that the state's Medicaid program provide coverage for fertility diagnostic care, standard fertility preservation services, and fertility treatment. Beginning January 1, 2026, this includes services like medically necessary ovulation-enhancing drugs (up to three cycles), intrauterine insemination, and in-vitro fertilization under specific medical circumstances. The bill also requires that coverage be provided without discrimination based on various personal characteristics. Additionally, it directs the department to report to the general assembly by January 1, 2026, on the medical necessity and funding of in-vitro fertilization under federal law.

HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates Medicaid coverage for fertility treatments, expanding access to reproductive healthcare services under public health program.95% confidence

died Apr 30, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 5463

died · Rhode Island House · Lead sponsor

AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- OFFICE OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES

Sets controls on Medicaid prescription drug costs by imposing transparency and accountability requirements on managed care organizations (MCOs) and their pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs).

HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill imposes transparency/accountability on MCOs/PBMs for Medicaid drug costs, strengthening patient access and cost control in public health programs.95% confidence

died Apr 30, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 5978

died · Rhode Island House · Lead sponsor

AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- THE EDUCATION EQUITY AND PROPERTY TAX RELIEF ACT

Provides that in local educational agencies when over 45% of the children have a family income that is at or below 185% of federal poverty guidelines then the student success factor will be 50% by the core instruction per-pupil amount.

Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly provides property tax relief for districts with high poverty rates, directly supporting tax relief for lower-income communities per title and summary.90% confidence EducationSupports EducationIncreases per-pupil funding for high-poverty schools (over 45% below 185% poverty line), directly advancing educational equity through targeted resource allocation.95% confidence

died Apr 29, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 5742

died · Rhode Island House · Lead sponsor

AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- FEDERAL AID

Establishes a statewide “Healthy School Meals for all” universal school breakfast and lunch program in Rhode Island public schools phased in over 3 years.

EducationSupports EducationEstablishes universal school meal program, expanding access to nutrition support for all students in public schools, directly advancing educational access and student well-being.95% confidence

died Apr 29, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 5979

died · Rhode Island House · Lead sponsor

AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- THE EDUCATION EQUITY AND PROPERTY TAX RELIEF ACT

Requires a review by the department of elementary and secondary education of the formula components used to compute the aid needed to support high need students.

Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill title explicitly includes 'Property Tax Relief,' directly advancing tax relief for homeowners, aligning with support indicators for tax reduction.95% confidence EducationSupports EducationBill targets equity for high-need students via formula review, aligning with education equity goals and funding support indicators.75% confidence

died Apr 29, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track