H7148

Expands the Rhode Island rehabilitation and fire code to include existing one, two, and three-bedroom homes, removing their current exclusion and promoting the continued use and reuse of existing residential buildings.

Introduced·1/16/26
Introduced Text

Rhode Island H7148 expands the state's rehabilitation and fire code to include existing one, two, and three-bedroom homes.

Rhode Island H7148 expands the state's rehabilitation and fire code to include existing one, two, and three-bedroom homes, removing their current exclusion. This change promotes the continued use and reuse of existing residential buildings. The bill aims to ensure the health, welfare, and safety of occupants, strengthen local tax bases, and provide employment opportunities in construction and building trades. The expanded code will apply to existing buildings and structures, ensuring they meet building and fire safety standards.

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Where it stands

Current
Municipal Government & Housing Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

0
8
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Mar 24

12:00 AM

House Municipal Government & Housing Hearing

History

Mar 24

House

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

Mar 20

House

Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/24/2026)

Jan 16

House

Introduced, referred to House Municipal Government & Housing