Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2165: AN ACT RELATING TO PROPERTY -- RESIDENTIAL LANDLORD AND TENANT ACT
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 2165 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on January 16, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO PROPERTY -- RESIDENTIAL LANDLORD AND TENANT ACT. Primary sponsor: Meghan Kallman (Democratic), Alana DiMario (Democratic), Pam Lauria (Democratic), Ana Quezada (Democratic), Lori Urso (Democratic), Tiara Mack (Democratic), Mark McKenney (Democratic), Sam Bell (Democratic), Pete Appollonio (Democratic), Dawn Euer (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (January 16, 2026): 01/16/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Grants tenants that are the victim of various forms of abuse including, but not limited to, sexual and domestic abuse and stalking, the right to terminate a lease agreement early without penalty or liability for rent.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meghan Kallman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 15 |
| Alana DiMario | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 36 |
| Pam Lauria | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 32 |
| Ana Quezada | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 2 |
| Lori Urso | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 8 |
| Tiara Mack | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 6 |
| Mark McKenney | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 30 |
| Sam Bell | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 5 |
| Pete Appollonio | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 29 |
| Dawn Euer | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 13 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 01/16/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary