Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 8387: AN ACT RELATING TO TOWNS AND CITIES -- ZONING ORDINANCES
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 8387 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on April 1, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO TOWNS AND CITIES -- ZONING ORDINANCES. Primary sponsor: June Speakman (Democratic), David Morales (Democratic), Enrique Sanchez (Democratic), Jenni Furtado (Democratic), Teresa Tanzi (Democratic), Rebecca Kislak (Democratic), Jennifer Stewart (Democratic), Brandon Potter (Democratic), Cherie Cruz (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 15, 2026): 04/15/2026 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.
Requires all municipal zoning ordinances be amended to provide that any lot with access to public water/sewer services, not establish or enforce a minimum lot area that exceeds 5,000 sq.ft. for a residential building with between one and 4 dwelling units.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 9
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June Speakman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 68 |
| David Morales | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 7 |
| Enrique Sanchez | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 9 |
| Jenni Furtado | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 64 |
| Teresa Tanzi | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 34 |
| Rebecca Kislak | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 4 |
| Jennifer Stewart | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 59 |
| Brandon Potter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 16 |
| Cherie Cruz | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 58 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 04/15/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 04/10/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/15/2026)
- 04/01/2026 Introduced, referred to House Municipal Government & Housing