SENATE RESOLUTION CREATING A SPECIAL LEGISLATIVE COMMISSION TO MAKE A COMPREHENSIVE STUDY OF RHODE ISLAND'S MEDICAL MALPRACTICE IMPACT ON HEALTH CARE PROVIDERS AND HEALTH CARE COSTS IN RHODE ISLAND

Summary

The resolution establishes a special 12‑member legislative commission to conduct a comprehensive study of medical malpractice lawsuits, settlements, and insurance costs in Rhode Island. It will examine how malpractice risk affects provider shortages, health‑care expenses, and patient protection. The commission must deliver a report with findings and recommendations to the Senate by October 1, 2027 and will dissolve on January 31, 2028.

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