Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2694: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- STATE BUILDING CODE--DISABLED VETERAN HOME MODIFICATION ACT
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- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 2694 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on February 27, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- STATE BUILDING CODE--DISABLED VETERAN HOME MODIFICATION ACT. Primary sponsor: Lou DiPalma (Democratic), Elaine Morgan (Republican), Frank Ciccone (Democratic), Jake Bissaillon (Democratic), Bob Britto (Democratic), Dawn Euer (Democratic), Pete Appollonio (Democratic), David Tikoian (Democratic), John Burke (Democratic), Lou Raptakis (Democratic), Walter Felag (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 20, 2026): 05/20/2026 Referred to House Veterans Affairs.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Prohibits the imposition of fees associated with home modifications that are specifically required to accommodate a veteran’s disability.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lou DiPalma | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 12 |
| Elaine Morgan | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 34 |
| Frank Ciccone | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 7 |
| Jake Bissaillon | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 1 |
| Bob Britto | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 18 |
| Dawn Euer | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 13 |
| Pete Appollonio | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 29 |
| David Tikoian | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 22 |
| John Burke | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 9 |
| Lou Raptakis | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 33 |
| Walter Felag | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 10 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 05/20/2026 Referred to House Veterans Affairs
- 05/19/2026 Senate read and passed
- 05/13/2026 Placed on Senate Calendar (05/19/2026)
- 05/12/2026 Committee recommends passage
- 05/08/2026 Scheduled for consideration (05/12/2026)
- 04/09/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 04/03/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/09/2026)
- 02/27/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Housing and Municipal Government