Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2911: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- STATE BUILDING CODE -- ADMINISTRATION AND ENFORCEMENT
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 2911 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on March 4, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- STATE BUILDING CODE -- ADMINISTRATION AND ENFORCEMENT. Primary sponsor: Jake Bissaillon (Democratic), Walter Felag (Democratic), Andrew Dimitri (Democratic), John Burke (Democratic), Matt LaMountain (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 26, 2026): 03/26/2026 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.
Permits property owners or contractors to utilize an independent building inspector if the municipality’s building inspector does not inspect the property within twenty days of notification.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 5
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jake Bissaillon | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 1 |
| Walter Felag | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 10 |
| Andrew Dimitri | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 25 |
| John Burke | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 9 |
| Matt LaMountain | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 31 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 03/26/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 03/20/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/26/2026)
- 03/04/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Housing and Municipal Government