Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7659: AN ACT RELATING TO TOWNS AND CITIES -- LOW AND MODERATE INCOME HOUSING
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 7659 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 11, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO TOWNS AND CITIES -- LOW AND MODERATE INCOME HOUSING. Primary sponsor: Dick Fascia (Republican), Greg Costantino (Democratic), David Place (Republican), Marie Hopkins (Republican), Sherry Roberts (Republican), George Nardone (Republican), Brian Newberry (Republican), Mike Chippendale (Republican), Paul Santucci (Republican). Most recent recorded action (April 7, 2026): 04/07/2026 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.
Prohibits contractors from submitting a single application to a local review board seeking a comprehensive permit for housing projects in certain circumstances.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1 · Republican 8
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dick Fascia | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 42 |
| Greg Costantino | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 44 |
| David Place | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 47 |
| Marie Hopkins | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 21 |
| Sherry Roberts | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 29 |
| George Nardone | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 28 |
| Brian Newberry | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 48 |
| Mike Chippendale | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 40 |
| Paul Santucci | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 53 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 04/07/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 04/03/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/07/2026)
- 02/11/2026 Introduced, referred to House Municipal Government & Housing