Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2896: AN ACT RELATING TO PROPERTY -- CONDOMINIUM OWNERSHIP
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- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
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Plain-language summary
SB 2896 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on March 4, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO PROPERTY -- CONDOMINIUM OWNERSHIP. Primary sponsor: Melissa Murray (Democratic), Stefano Famiglietti (Democratic), Pete Appollonio (Democratic), Jake Bissaillon (Democratic), Mark McKenney (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 20, 2026): 05/20/2026 Referred to House Corporations.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Clarifies how condominium insurance deductibles and unpaid losses are divided between associations and unit owners, require owners to insure units if associations do not, and allow boards to manage and use insurance proceeds for repairs.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 5
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Melissa Murray | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 24 |
| Stefano Famiglietti | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 4 |
| Pete Appollonio | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 29 |
| Jake Bissaillon | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 1 |
| Mark McKenney | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 30 |
“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 Corporations
- 05/19/2026 Senate passed Sub A
- 05/13/2026 Placed on Senate Calendar (05/19/2026)
- 05/12/2026 Committee recommends passage of Sub A
- 05/11/2026 Proposed Substitute
- 05/08/2026 Scheduled for consideration (05/12/2026)
- 04/02/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 03/27/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/02/2026)
- 03/04/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Housing and Municipal Government