Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 3158: AN ACT RELATING TO PROPERTY -- RESIDENTIAL LANDLORD AND TENANT ACT
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Plain-language summary
SB 3158 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on March 27, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO PROPERTY -- RESIDENTIAL LANDLORD AND TENANT ACT. Primary sponsor: Matt LaMountain (Democratic), Tiara Mack (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (June 5, 2026): 06/05/2026 Referred to House Judiciary.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Requires landlords to provide a receipt upon receiving a cash payment for rent from a tenant.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matt LaMountain | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 31 |
| 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
- 06/05/2026 Referred to House Judiciary
- 06/04/2026 Senate passed Sub A
- 06/02/2026 Placed on Senate Calendar (06/04/2026)
- 06/02/2026 Committee recommends passage of Sub A
- 06/01/2026 Proposed Substitute
- 05/29/2026 Scheduled for consideration (06/02/2026)
- 05/07/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 05/01/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/07/2026)
- 03/27/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Housing and Municipal Government