Rhode Island · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
SB 209: AN ACT RELATING TO PROPERTY -- FAIR CHANCE IN HOUSING ACT
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 209 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on February 7, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO PROPERTY -- FAIR CHANCE IN HOUSING ACT. Primary sponsor: Hanna Gallo (Democratic), Pete Appollonio (Democratic), Lammis Vargas (Democratic), Ana Quezada (Democratic), Bridget Valverde (Democratic), Tiara Mack (Democratic), Pam Lauria (Democratic), Alana DiMario (Democratic), Meghan Kallman (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 6, 2025): 05/06/2025 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.
Limits the use of certain criminal records and credit history reports in denying housing to prospective applicants, and provides for fines for failure to comply. This act further requires notices of denials to be sent to the prospective tenants.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 9
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hanna Gallo | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 27 |
| Pete Appollonio | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 29 |
| Lammis Vargas | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 28 |
| Ana Quezada | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 2 |
| Bridget Valverde | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 35 |
| Tiara Mack | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 6 |
| Pam Lauria | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 32 |
| Alana DiMario | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 36 |
| Meghan Kallman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 15 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 05/06/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 05/02/2025 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/06/2025)
- 04/21/2025 Meeting postponed (04/22/2025)
- 04/18/2025 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration
- 02/07/2025 Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary