Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7199: AN ACT RELATING TO PROPERTY -- RESIDENTIAL LANDLORD AND TENANT ACT -- RHODE ISLAND SURVIVOR EARLY LEASE TERMINATION ACT
Enacted Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 7199 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on January 21, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO PROPERTY -- RESIDENTIAL LANDLORD AND TENANT ACT -- RHODE ISLAND SURVIVOR EARLY LEASE TERMINATION ACT. Primary sponsor: Brandon Potter (Democratic), Leo Felix (Democratic), Evan Shanley (Democratic), Raymond Hull (Democratic), Joshua Giraldo (Democratic), Kathleen Fogarty (Democratic), June Speakman (Democratic), Casimiro, Robert Craven (Democratic), Karen Alzate (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (June 18, 2026): 06/18/2026 Signed by Governor.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Grants tenants that are the victim of various forms of abuse including, but not limited to, sexual and domestic abuse and stalking, the right to terminate a lease agreement early without penalty or liability for rent. Effective 7/1/26.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 9
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brandon Potter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 16 |
| Leo Felix | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 61 |
| Evan Shanley | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 24 |
| Raymond Hull | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 6 |
| Joshua Giraldo | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 56 |
| Kathleen Fogarty | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 35 |
| June Speakman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 68 |
| Casimiro | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Robert Craven | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 32 |
| Karen Alzate | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 60 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 06/18/2026 Signed by Governor
- 06/16/2026 Transmitted to Governor
- 06/10/2026 Senate passed Sub A in concurrence
- 06/09/2026 Placed on the Senate Consent Calendar (06/10/2026)
- 06/08/2026 House passed Sub A
- 06/05/2026 Placed on House Calendar (06/08/2026)
- 06/03/2026 Committee recommends passage of Sub A
- 06/02/2026 Proposed Substitute
- 06/01/2026 Scheduled for consideration (06/03/2026)
- 05/19/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 05/15/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/19/2026)
- 03/16/2026 Committee postponed at request of sponsor (03/18/2026)
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