Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 7659: AN ACT RELATING TO TOWNS AND CITIES -- LOW AND MODERATE INCOME HOUSING

In committee Last action April 7, 2026: 04/07/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study

Plain-language summary

HB 7659 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 11, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO TOWNS AND CITIES -- LOW AND MODERATE INCOME HOUSING. Primary sponsor: Dick Fascia (Republican), Greg Costantino (Democratic), David Place (Republican), Marie Hopkins (Republican), Sherry Roberts (Republican), George Nardone (Republican), Brian Newberry (Republican), Mike Chippendale (Republican), Paul Santucci (Republican). Most recent recorded action (April 7, 2026): 04/07/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Dick Fascia (Republican); Greg Costantino (Democratic); David Place (Republican); Marie Hopkins (Republican); and 5 more.