Rhode Island · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
HB 5504: AN ACT RELATING TO PROPERTY -- RHODE ISLAND FAIR HOUSING PRACTICES ACT
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 5504 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 13, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO PROPERTY -- RHODE ISLAND FAIR HOUSING PRACTICES ACT. Primary sponsor: Earl Read (Democratic), Sam Azzinaro (Democratic), Brandon Potter (Democratic), Mia Ackerman (Democratic), Justine Caldwell (Democratic), Doc Corvese (Democratic), Pat Serpa (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 18, 2025): 03/18/2025 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.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 7
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Earl Read | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 26 |
| Sam Azzinaro | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 37 |
| Brandon Potter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 16 |
| Mia Ackerman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 45 |
| Justine Caldwell | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 30 |
| Doc Corvese | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 55 |
| Pat Serpa | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 27 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 03/18/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 03/14/2025 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/18/2025)
- 02/13/2025 Introduced, referred to House Judiciary