state_legiscan_drain · RI
Prohibits public and private colleges and universities from charging students for institution provided health insurance in the absence of affirmative action by the student opting-in to coverage.
March 5, 2026
Summary
If enacted, this bill would require Rhode Island colleges and universities to obtain affirmative opt-in from students before charging them for institution-provided health insurance, effectively banning automatic enrollment without consent. The bill does not directly affect mortgage lenders, servicers, or other regulated financial entities.
Source: https://status.rilegislature.gov/
Common questions
- What does "Prohibits public and private colleges and universities from charging students for institution provided health insurance in the absence of affirmative action by the student opting-in to coverage." cover?
- If enacted, this bill would require Rhode Island colleges and universities to obtain affirmative opt-in from students before charging them for…
- When was it published?
- It was published on March 5, 2026.