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RI H7515
Bill
Status
2/6/2026
Primary Sponsor
Stephen Casey
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AI Summary
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Adds three new definitions to Rhode Island's Deceptive Trade Practices law: "claimant" (persons asserting rights under insurance policies), "insurer" (entities issuing or administering insurance contracts), and "insurance claim handling services" (investigation, adjustment, appraisal, negotiation, or settlement activities)
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Expands the scope of deceptive trade practices to cover insurance claim handling by insurers and any person or entity acting on behalf of insurers
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Protects a broad range of insurance claimants including policyholders, insureds, third-party beneficiaries, and assignees of rights or benefits
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Takes effect immediately upon passage
Legislative Description
Strengthens consumer protections by including definitions related directly to deceptive trade practices inherent in the insurance claim process.
Commercial Law
Last Action
Committee recommended measure be held for further study
2/11/2026