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RI S2312
Bill
Status
1/23/2026
Primary Sponsor
Peter Appollonio
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AI Summary
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Reduces the deadline to file a motion to vacate, modify, or correct an arbitration award from 60 days to 30 days after the award is filed or delivered
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Expands court authority to appoint arbitrators, appraisers, or umpires when any party fails, refuses, or neglects to make required appointments or causes unreasonable delays
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Allows courts to appoint both an arbitrator/appraiser for a non-complying party and an umpire/third arbitrator simultaneously to keep proceedings moving
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Prohibits courts from withholding judicial appointment of arbitrators solely because one party failed to make their required appointment under the agreement
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Takes effect upon passage
Legislative Description
Strengthens consumer protections in insurance claims by improving the fairness and timeliness of arbitration and appraisal proceedings, and preventing insurers from delaying or obstructing the dispute resolution process.
COURTS AND CIVIL PROCEDURES
Last Action
Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary
1/23/2026