Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2973: 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 2973 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 -- RESIDENTIAL LANDLORD AND TENANT ACT. Primary sponsor: Alana DiMario (Democratic), Victoria Gu (Democratic), Meghan Kallman (Democratic), Jake Bissaillon (Democratic), Tiara Mack (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 28, 2026): 04/28/2026 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.
Provides that landlords would pay interest on security deposits in residential landlord-tenant matters.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 5
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alana DiMario | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 36 |
| Victoria Gu | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 38 |
| Meghan Kallman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 15 |
| Jake Bissaillon | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 1 |
| Tiara Mack | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 6 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 04/28/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 04/24/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/28/2026)
- 03/04/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary