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signed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 19, 2026

SB 2519: AN ACT RELATING TO FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS -- THE RHODE ISLAND SPECIAL DEPOSITS ACT

SB 2519 establishes the Rhode Island Special Deposits Act, creating standardized rules for certain types of bank deposits governed by written agreements between banks, depositors, and beneficiaries. It defines a "special deposit" as funds held under an account agreement for specific purposes like escrow, security deposits, or payment system settlements, with clear terms for when beneficiaries can receive funds. The act outlines requirements for account agreements, beneficiary rights, and bank obligations - such as paying only after a stated contingency occurs and the bank knows about it - while protecting these deposits from creditor claims. It directly affects banks, depositors (e.g., businesses or individuals setting up these deposits), and beneficiaries (e.g., tenants or settlement recipients), but does not change general banking rules or create new financial products.
Bob Britto (D) Sam Zurier (D) Mark McKenney (D) David Tikoian (D) Jake Bissaillon (D)
signed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 19, 2026

SB 2632: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- STATE BUILDING CODE

Adopts 2024 International Residential Code for 1 to 3 family dwelling units by 1/1/27/establishes moratorium on changes to building codes applicable to dwelling units until 1/1/31 unless approved by legislature with procedures for amending building code.
Topics ✗ HousingOpposes HousingProhibits code amendments for small residential units until 2030, limiting housing development flexibility and affordability initiatives.85% confidence
David Tikoian (D) Frank Ciccone (D)
signed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 19, 2026

SB 2575: AN ACT RELATING TO TOWNS AND CITIES -- ZONING ORDINANCES

SB 2575 establishes new guidelines for local governments in towns and cities regarding how they can restrict residential recovery houses. These facilities are housing designed to support individuals recovering from substance use disorders. The bill allows municipalities to place specific limitations on where these houses can be located, aiming to balance community concerns with the needs of residents in recovery. By setting clear rules for zoning ordinances, the legislation provides a framework for cities to regulate the placement of such housing without banning it entirely.
Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingProhibits discriminatory zoning against recovery houses, facilitating housing development and preventing housing discrimination for this specific housing type.90% confidence
Bob Britto (D) John Burke (D) Melissa Murray (D) Jake Bissaillon (D)
signed · Rhode Island · House Jun 19, 2026

HB 7859: AN ACT RELATING TO INSURANCE -- DOMESTIC INSURANCE COMPANIES

HB 7859 updates certain sections of the state's insurance law to remove outdated provisions affecting domestic insurance companies. The bill focuses on modernizing the legal language of insurance regulations without creating new requirements or directly impacting specific policyholders. It was introduced to the House Corporations committee on February 27, 2026, and currently remains in the referral stage. This is a procedural update to administrative code, not a substantive policy change.
Mary Ann Shallcross-Smith (D) Bill O'Brien (D) Grace Diaz (D) Pat Serpa (D) Bob Phillips (D)
signed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 19, 2026

SB 2674: AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF PROVIDENCE TO ISSUE NOT TO EXCEED $25,000,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS AND NOTES TO FUND THE PROVIDENCE HOUSING TRUST FUND TO FINANCE AFFORDABLE MULTI-FAMILY HOUSING PROJECTS IN THE CITY

Authorizes the city of Providence to issue not more than $25,000,000 in general obligation bonds and notes to fund the providence housing trust fund to finance affordable multi-family housing projects in the city.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAuthorizes $25M in bonds to fund affordable housing projects, directly allocating public funds for essential housing services under fiscal management.92% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingFunds affordable multi-family housing projects via $25M bond issuance for Providence Housing Trust Fund, directly advancing affordable housing development.95% confidence
Meghan Kallman (D) Sam Bell (D) Tiara Mack (D) Frank Ciccone (D) Jake Bissaillon (D)
signed · Rhode Island · House Jun 19, 2026

HR 7952: JOINT RESOLUTION AMENDING THE JOINT RESOLUTION CREATING A PERMANENT LEGISLATIVE COMMISSION ON CHILD CARE IN RHODE ISLAND

Amends the membership of the permanent legislative commission on child care with twenty-seven (27) members to ensure that the state has high quality and affordable childcare and early learning services network.
Susan Donovan (D) Mary Ann Shallcross-Smith (D) Cherie Cruz (D) Grace Diaz (D) Julie Casimiro (D)
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