S.2644

Prohibits restrictive covenants related to grocery stores.

Complete·6/18/26
Introduced Text

Rhode Island S2644 prohibits restrictive covenants on grocery stores.

Rhode Island S2644 amends the General Laws to prohibit restrictive covenants on land used for grocery stores. This law makes such covenants void unless specific conditions are met, such as the land being used for a retail establishment selling fresh food for off-premises consumption within six months prior to the agreement. The law also allows for exceptions if the seller relocates the store within one year and the new site is similar in size and scope. The act takes effect upon passage.

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Roll Call Votes

69 Yea

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0 Nay

6 Not Voting

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Calendar

May 26

12:00 AM

House Judiciary Consideration

Apr 28

12:00 AM

Senate Commerce Consideration

History

Jun 18

Senate

Signed by Governor

Jun 16

Senate

Transmitted to Governor

Jun 8

House

House passed in concurrence