The resolution proposes the establishment of a special legislative commission in Rhode Island to conduct a comprehensive study on the impact of medical malpractice on healthcare providers and costs within the state. This commission will consist of thirteen members, whose purpose is to analyze Rhode Island medical malpractice lawsuits, claims, settlements, administrative filings, and the related impact on medical malpractice insurance costs for providers.

The commission's objectives include assessing the correlation between malpractice risks and provider shortages, as well as evaluating the effects of malpractice insurance premiums on overall healthcare costs. It is tasked with developing recommendations for potential legal reforms aimed at improving the medical malpractice system, thereby reducing healthcare costs while ensuring patient protection and the retention of healthcare providers in critical specialties.

The commission is required to submit its findings and recommendations to the Senate by October 1, 2027, and will be dissolved on January 31, 2028. Additionally, it will have the authority to request information from state departments and may receive budget resources to support its functions.