Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 8040: AN ACT RELATING TO TOWNS AND CITIES -- ZONING ORDINANCES
Enacted Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 8040 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 27, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO TOWNS AND CITIES -- ZONING ORDINANCES. Primary sponsor: Cherie Cruz (Democratic), Joshua Giraldo (Democratic), Jay Edwards (Democratic), June Speakman (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (June 19, 2026): 06/19/2026 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.
Prohibits any city or town from enacting any zoning ordinance that would place restrictions on residential NARR-certified recovery residences that are not applicable to other residential homes.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 4
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cherie Cruz | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 58 |
| Joshua Giraldo | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 56 |
| Jay Edwards | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 70 |
| 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
- 06/19/2026 Signed by Governor
- 06/16/2026 Transmitted to Governor
- 06/11/2026 Senate passed Sub A as amended in concurrence
- 06/11/2026 Placed on Senate Calendar (06/11/2026)
- 06/11/2026 House passed Sub A as amended (floor amendment)
- 06/10/2026 Placed on House Calendar (06/11/2026)
- 06/03/2026 Committee recommends passage of Sub A
- 05/29/2026 Proposed Substitute
- 05/29/2026 Scheduled for consideration (06/03/2026)
- 03/17/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 03/13/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/17/2026)
- 02/27/2026 Introduced, referred to House Municipal Government & Housing