S.3189

Repeals the collateral source rule in medical malpractice actions.

Introduced·4/3/26
Introduced Text

Repeals the collateral source rule in medical malpractice actions in Rhode Island.

Rhode Island S3189 repeals the collateral source rule in medical malpractice actions, allowing defendants to introduce evidence of benefits paid to the plaintiff from sources like state disability acts, insurance, or employer agreements. This change affects legal actions for personal injury against healthcare providers. The repeal takes effect upon passage.

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Where it stands

Current
Judiciary Committee
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

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5
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

Senate Committee on Judiciary: Be held for further study

8 Yea

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0 Nay

3 Absent

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Calendar

Apr 16

12:00 AM

Senate Judiciary Hearing

History

Apr 16

Senate

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

Apr 10

Senate

Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/16/2026)

Apr 3

Senate

Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary