Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2584: AN ACT RELATING TO TOWNS AND CITIES -- HOME-FIT DWELLING UNITS
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 2584 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on February 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO TOWNS AND CITIES -- HOME-FIT DWELLING UNITS. Primary sponsor: Victoria Gu (Democratic), John Burke (Democratic), Jake Bissaillon (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (June 9, 2026): 06/09/2026 Committee recommends passage.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Creates the home-fit dwelling units act to apply to all new construction of covered dwelling units to incorporate design features that provide safe and convenient use of to the greatest extent feasible, regardless of age or physical ability.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 3
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Victoria Gu | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 38 |
| John Burke | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 9 |
| Jake Bissaillon | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 1 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 06/09/2026 Committee recommends passage
- 06/05/2026 Scheduled for consideration (06/09/2026)
- 04/09/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 04/03/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/09/2026)
- 02/13/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Housing and Municipal Government