Rhode Island · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
HB 5374: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- STATE BUILDING CODE -- RHODE ISLAND INCLUSIVE HOME DESIGN ACT
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 5374 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 7, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- STATE BUILDING CODE -- RHODE ISLAND INCLUSIVE HOME DESIGN ACT. Primary sponsor: Teresa Tanzi (Democratic), John Lombardi (Democratic), Rebecca Kislak (Democratic), Leo Felix (Democratic), Cherie Cruz (Democratic), Brandon Potter (Democratic), Tina Spears (Democratic), David Morales (Democratic), June Speakman (Democratic), Jennifer Stewart (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 10, 2025): 04/10/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Establishes a new article in the state building code that provides that certain new housing construction contain at least one floor that meets the requirements for a Type C "ANSI'' Standards for Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Teresa Tanzi | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 34 |
| John Lombardi | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 8 |
| Rebecca Kislak | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 4 |
| Leo Felix | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 61 |
| Cherie Cruz | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 58 |
| Brandon Potter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 16 |
| Tina Spears | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 36 |
| David Morales | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 7 |
| June Speakman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 68 |
| Jennifer Stewart | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 59 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 04/10/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 04/04/2025 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/10/2025)
- 02/07/2025 Introduced, referred to House Municipal Government & Housing