Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7129: AN ACT RELATING TO PROPERTY -- RESIDENTIAL LANDLORD AND TENANT ACT
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 7129 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on January 15, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO PROPERTY -- RESIDENTIAL LANDLORD AND TENANT ACT. Primary sponsor: Joshua Giraldo (Democratic), Jenni Furtado (Democratic), Cherie Cruz (Democratic), Jennifer Stewart (Democratic), Karen Alzate (Democratic), Leo Felix (Democratic), David Morales (Democratic), Edith Ajello (Democratic), June Speakman (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 14, 2026): 03/14/2026 Withdrawn at sponsor's request (03/18/2026).
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Amends the residential landlord and tenant act to prohibit the use of algorithmic renting-setting software that relies on nonpublic competitor data to determine rental prices or occupancy levels for residential dwelling units in Rhode Island.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 9
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joshua Giraldo | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 56 |
| Jenni Furtado | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 64 |
| Cherie Cruz | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 58 |
| Jennifer Stewart | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 59 |
| Karen Alzate | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 60 |
| Leo Felix | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 61 |
| David Morales | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 7 |
| Edith Ajello | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 1 |
| June Speakman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 68 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 03/14/2026 Withdrawn at sponsor's request (03/18/2026)
- 03/13/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration
- 01/15/2026 Introduced, referred to House Judiciary