HB 7943

Rhode Island House bill in Session 2026.

Status: in_committee. Latest action: March 12, 2026.

AN ACT RELATING TO INSURANCE -- INSURANCE COVERAGE FOR MENTAL ILLNESS AND SUBSTANCE USE DISORDERS.

Bill ID RI-2026-HB-7943
Session 2026
Status in_committee
House in_committee 2026-03-12
Healthcare Insurance / Consumer Protection
Summary

Prohibits health insurance providers from requiring preauthorization for in-network mental health or substance use disorder services.

Sponsor
Tanzi
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Actions Timeline
Date Event Detail
2026-02-27 Introduced Bill introduced
2026-03-12 Status in_committee
2026-03-12 Latest Action Committee recommended measure be held for further study
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