HB 8053

Rhode Island House bill in Session 2026.

Status: in_committee. Latest action: March 10, 2026.

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

Bill ID RI-2026-HB-8053
Session 2026
Status in_committee
House in_committee 2026-03-10
Healthcare
Summary

Provides that for purposes of all civil actions, the fair and reasonable charge for certain medical and dental services is the amount billed by the licensed healthcare provider.

Sponsor
Dawson
Official Source Back to Bills
Actions Timeline
Date Event Detail
2026-02-27 Introduced Bill introduced
2026-03-10 Status in_committee
2026-03-10 Latest Action Committee recommended measure be held for further study
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