H7044

Creates a commission to establish homeless shelter standards through regulations.

Introduced·1/9/26
Introduced Text

Rhode Island H7044 establishes a commission to create homeless shelter standards through regulations.

Rhode Island H7044 creates a commission to establish homeless shelter standards through regulations. The commission will draft recommendations for the Rhode Island housing resources commission, focusing on baseline organizational standards, access to shelter guidelines, residents' rights, and health and safety standards. The commission will include representatives from various homeless advocacy groups, shelter providers, and residents. The act emphasizes dignity, respect, and non-judgmental services for shelter residents.

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Where it stands

Current
Municipal Government & Housing Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Feb 11

12:00 AM

House Municipal Government & Housing Hearing

History

Feb 11

House

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

Feb 6

House

Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (02/11/2026)

Jan 9

House

Introduced, referred to House Municipal Government & Housing