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RI H8076
Bill
Status
2/27/2026
Primary Sponsor
Matthew Dawson
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AI Summary
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Increases the threshold for plaintiff-elected arbitration in motor vehicle liability claims from $50,000 to $100,000
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Applies to claims involving property damage, bodily injury, or death resulting from ownership, maintenance, or use of a motor vehicle
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Arbitration continues to use the Superior Court's court-annexed arbitration program for arbitrator selection and expense sharing
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Either party may still reserve the right to a jury trial within 60 days of the arbitrator's award
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Takes effect upon passage
Legislative Description
Increases the minimum claim amount necessary to require a matter involving motor vehicle liability be submitted to mandatory arbitration.
Insurance
Last Action
Introduced, referred to House Judiciary
2/27/2026