Rhode Island State Senator

Jennifer Stewart Authored & Sponsored Legislation

Session

Primary Sponsor of Legislation

RI

Rhode Island 2025 Regular Session

Rhode Island House Bill H5990

Introduced
2/28/25  
Extends eligibility for lactation counselor services to RIte Start recipients starting October 1, 2025, through the end of their 12 month postpartum period, with coverage provided regardless of federal financial participation.
RI

Rhode Island 2025 Regular Session

Rhode Island House Bill H5991

Introduced
2/28/25  
Requires EOHHS to provide self-measured blood pressure monitoring for eligible pregnant and postpartum individuals, covering home monitors, training, data transmission, and co-interventions, with state funds if federal aid is unavailable.