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SB 103

AN ACT RELATING TO INSURANCE -- ACCIDENT AND SICKNESS INSURANCE POLICIES

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Jonathon Acosta and 9 co-sponsors

SB 103 modifies Rhode Island accident and sickness insurance policy regulations; specific provisions unavailable without full bill text.

05/21/2025 Referred to House Health & Human Services
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Bill Summary · SB 103

Legislative bill overview

SB 103 modifies Rhode Island's regulations governing accident and sickness insurance policies, though the specific provisions are not detailed in the legislative record provided. The bill has progressed through the Senate with committee recommendation and is now under House review. Without access to the bill's full text, the precise nature of changes to insurance policy requirements, coverage standards, or consumer protections cannot be determined.

Why this is important

Accident and sickness insurance policies affect thousands of Rhode Island residents' access to healthcare coverage and financial protection against medical expenses. Changes to policy regulations can impact premium costs, coverage scope, eligibility requirements, and consumer rights—making this relevant to both individual policyholders and insurance industry stakeholders.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of coverage changes: Unclear whether modifications expand or restrict covered services, which would affect consumers differently based on their healthcare needs
  • Premium and affordability impacts: Unknown whether policy changes increase or decrease costs for policyholders
  • Insurance industry compliance burden: Unclear whether new requirements impose significant administrative or financial obligations on insurers operating in Rhode Island

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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