S.3163

Allows for the sealing of an eviction record for a defective complaint and/or lack of jurisdiction and would, upon motion of a person between 18 and 21 years of age, seal a person's association with an eviction under certain circumstances.

Chamber Passed·6/9/26

Rhode Island S3163 allows for sealing eviction records for defective complaints, lack of jurisdiction, and for minors or young adults not on the.

Rhode Island S3163 amends the Residential Landlord and Tenant Act to allow for the sealing of eviction records under certain conditions. Specifically, the court can seal records if the eviction was due to a defective complaint or lack of jurisdiction. Additionally, the court can seal records for minors involved in eviction proceedings or for individuals aged 18-21 who were not on the lease. The sealing can occur after the appeal period, provided the tenant prevailed.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the Senate · 30–6 · Jun 9
Current
The House
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

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2
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

30 Yea

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6 Nay

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2 Not Voting

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Calendar

Jun 3

12:00 AM

Senate Judiciary Consideration

Apr 28

12:00 AM

Senate Judiciary Hearing

History

Jun 9

Senate

Senate passed Sub A

Jun 4

Senate

Placed on Senate Calendar (06/09/2026)

Jun 3

Senate

Committee recommends passage of Sub A