Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7564: AN ACT RELATING TO TOWNS AND CITIES -- HOME-FIT DWELLING UNITS
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 7564 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 6, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO TOWNS AND CITIES -- HOME-FIT DWELLING UNITS. Primary sponsor: Jennifer Boylan (Democratic), Susan Donovan (Democratic), Megan Cotter (Democratic), Jennifer Stewart (Democratic), Brian Kennedy (Democratic), Sam Azzinaro (Democratic), Carol McEntee (Democratic), Lauren Carson (Democratic), June Speakman (Democratic), Tina Spears (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 17, 2026): 03/17/2026 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.
Creates the home-fit dwelling units act to apply to all new construction of covered dwelling units to incorporate design features that provide safe and convenient use of to the greatest extent feasible, regardless of age or physical ability.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jennifer Boylan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 66 |
| Susan Donovan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 69 |
| Megan Cotter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 39 |
| Jennifer Stewart | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 59 |
| Brian Kennedy | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 38 |
| Sam Azzinaro | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 37 |
| Carol McEntee | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 33 |
| Lauren Carson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 75 |
| June Speakman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 68 |
| Tina Spears | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 36 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 03/17/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 03/13/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/17/2026)
- 02/08/2026 Committee postponed at request of sponsor (02/11/2026)
- 02/06/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration
- 02/06/2026 Introduced, referred to House Municipal Government & Housing