H7858Introduced in the House
Requires that any private short-term disability insurance (STDI) carrier that bids to provide coverage to Rhode Island state employees must cover all eligible employees, regardless of age.
Introduced by Jenni Azanero Furtado, District 64
What does this bill do?
Plain-English breakdown
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Official description
INSURANCE -- ACCIDENT AND SICKNESS INSURANCE POLICIES - Requires that any private short-term disability insurance (STDI) carrier that bids to provide coverage to Rhode Island state employees must cover all eligible employees, regardless of age.
Where it stands
Committee recommended measure be held for further study
April 2, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
No recorded vote is available for this bill yet.
Bill history
Introduced, referred to House Corporations
Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/02/2026)
Committee recommended measure be held for further study
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