Housing

signed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 19, 2026

SB 2632: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- STATE BUILDING CODE

Adopts 2024 International Residential Code for 1 to 3 family dwelling units by 1/1/27/establishes moratorium on changes to building codes applicable to dwelling units until 1/1/31 unless approved by legislature with procedures for amending building code.

Topics ✗ HousingOpposes HousingProhibits code amendments for small residential units until 2030, limiting housing development flexibility and affordability initiatives.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✗ Opposes Housing

signed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 19, 2026

SB 2575: AN ACT RELATING TO TOWNS AND CITIES -- ZONING ORDINANCES

SB 2575 establishes new guidelines for local governments in towns and cities regarding how they can restrict residential recovery houses. These facilities are housing designed to support individuals recovering from substance use disorders. The bill allows municipalities to place specific limitations on where these houses can be located, aiming to balance community concerns with the needs of residents in recovery. By setting clear rules for zoning ordinances, the legislation provides a framework for cities to regulate the placement of such housing without banning it entirely.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingProhibits discriminatory zoning against recovery houses, facilitating housing development and preventing housing discrimination for this specific housing type.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Housing

passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 9, 2026

SB 3163: AN ACT RELATING TO PROPERTY -- RESIDENTIAL LANDLORD AND TENANT ACT

Allows for the sealing of an eviction record for a defective complaint and/or lack of jurisdiction and would, upon motion of a person between 18 and 21 years of age, seal a person's association with an eviction under certain circumstances.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill allows sealing eviction records for young adults, protecting tenant rights and reducing barriers to future housing opportunities.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Housing

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passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 9, 2026

SB 2269: AN ACT RELATING TO TOWNS AND CITIES -- HOUSING MAINTENANCE AND OCCUPANCY CODE -- NOTICE OF VIOLATIONS

Requires a housing code enforcement officer to give a copy of any housing code violation notice to all tenants of the building affected by an alleged housing code violation, along with any hearing dates scheduled for the violation.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingRequires housing code violation notices to be given to all tenants, strengthening tenant rights and transparency in enforcement procedures.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Housing

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passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 5, 2026

SB 2421: AN ACT RELATING TO TOWNS AND CITIES -- LOW AND MODERATE INCOME HOUSING

Prohibits contractors from submitting a single application to a local review board seeking a comprehensive permit for housing projects in certain circumstances.

Topics ✗ HousingOpposes HousingProhibits streamlined permitting for housing projects, likely slowing development of low/moderate income housing as required by title.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✗ Opposes Housing

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