H7865

Provides a framework through which the department of business regulation can seek grants to fund a home hardening program.

Complete·6/23/26

Establishes the Strengthen Rhody Homes program to fund home hardening projects.

The bill creates the Strengthen Rhody Homes program within the Department of Business Regulation to provide grants for residential property owners to construct or retrofit homes to resist hurricane or catastrophic windstorm damage. The program is funded by federal grants or other sources and is subject to the receipt of such funds. The insurance superintendent is responsible for obtaining grants and administering the program. Contractors and evaluators must meet specific criteria, including holding IBHS certifications and maintaining accurate contact information.

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Roll Call Votes

36 Yea

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1 Nay

D

1 Not Voting

D

Calendar

Jun 2

12:00 AM

Senate Environment and Agriculture Consideration

Apr 28

12:00 AM

House Corporations Consideration

History

Jun 23

House

Signed by Governor

Jun 18

House

Transmitted to Governor

Jun 11

Senate

Senate passed Sub A in concurrence