Rhode Island · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
SB 553: AN ACT RELATING TO PROPERTY -- RHODE ISLAND FAIR HOUSING PRACTICES ACT
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 553 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on February 26, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO PROPERTY -- RHODE ISLAND FAIR HOUSING PRACTICES ACT. Primary sponsor: Melissa Murray (Democratic), Victoria Gu (Democratic), Bridget Valverde (Democratic), David Tikoian (Democratic), Todd Patalano (Democratic), Matt LaMountain (Democratic), Hanna Gallo (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 6, 2025): 05/06/2025 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.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 7
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Melissa Murray | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 24 |
| Victoria Gu | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 38 |
| Bridget Valverde | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 35 |
| David Tikoian | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 22 |
| Todd Patalano | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 26 |
| Matt LaMountain | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 31 |
| Hanna Gallo | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 27 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 05/06/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 05/02/2025 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/06/2025)
- 04/21/2025 Meeting postponed (04/22/2025)
- 04/18/2025 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration
- 02/26/2025 Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary