S.2467

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

Introduced·2/6/26
Introduced Text

Rhode Island S2467 prohibits health insurance providers from requiring preauthorization for in-network mental health or substance use disorder.

Rhode Island S2467 amends the state's insurance laws to prohibit health insurance providers from requiring preauthorization for in-network mental health or substance use disorder services. This change aims to streamline access to necessary mental health and substance use disorder treatments by removing administrative barriers. The act also mandates that the Office of the Health Insurance Commissioner enforce this provision, including the ability to impose fines for violations. This legislation is set to take effect on January 1, 2027.

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Where it stands

Current
Health and Human Services Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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9
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

Senate Committee on Health & Human Services: Be held for further study

7 Yea

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0 Nay

1 Absent

R

Calendar

Mar 24

12:00 AM

Senate Health and Human Services Hearing

History

Mar 24

Senate

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

Mar 20

Senate

Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/24/2026)

Feb 6

Senate

Introduced, referred to Senate Health and Human Services