SB 3089 Rhode Island Senate · 2026 Regular Session

AN ACT RELATING TO INSURANCE -- HEALTHCARE ACCESSIBILITY AND QUALITY ASSURANCE ACT

This bill prohibits healthcare companies from unilaterally changing important terms in contracts with healthcare providers while the contracts are still active. It directly affects health plans and healthcare providers by requiring mutual written agreement for any contract changes or allowing changes only when required by state or federal law. The law defines material terms to include reimbursement rates, payment schedules, coverage rules, and quality requirements, ensuring providers have stability during contract periods. Any proposed changes not mandated by law must be given at least 90 days notice before a contract renewal takes effect.
Bill status died 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2026
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Governor
Introduced Mar 13, 2026 Last action Apr 2, 2026
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Apr 2, 2026
Committee
04/02/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
legislature
Mar 13, 2026
Introduced
03/13/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Health and Human Services
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