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S.2121

Allows a landlord that did not obtain a lead certificate pursuant to the lead mitigation laws of chapter 128.1 of title 42 due to the fact that the state lacks the adequate resources to conduct inspections.

Introduced·1/16/26
Introduced Text

Rhode Island S2121 provides relief to landlords unable to obtain lead certificates due to state resource limitations.

Rhode Island S2121 allows landlords who did not obtain a lead certificate due to insufficient state resources for inspections to certify compliance with lead mitigation laws. If a landlord certifies compliance as of September 1, 2024, the state will not fine them for the lack of a lead certificate. This act takes effect upon passage.

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Where it stands

Current
Housing and Municipal Government Committee
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

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2
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

Senate Committee on Housing & Municipal Government: Be held for further study

7 Yea

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0 Nay

2 Absent

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Calendar

Apr 30

12:00 AM

Senate Housing and Municipal Government Hearing

History

Apr 30

Senate

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

Apr 27

Senate

Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/30/2026)

Jan 16

Senate

Introduced, referred to Senate Housing and Municipal Government