Housing (Landlords)

died · Rhode Island · Senate Apr 28, 2026

SB 2305: AN ACT RELATING TO PROPERTY -- RESIDENTIAL LANDLORD AND TENANT ACT

Removes the five (5) year waiting period for filing a motion to seal an eviction court file. It also deletes the numerical limitation on filing seal requests.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingRemoves 5-year waiting period and numerical limits for sealing eviction records, directly strengthening tenant rights and reducing barriers to housing stability.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Tenant Rights

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died · Rhode Island · House Mar 18, 2026

HB 7285: AN ACT RELATING TO PROPERTY -- RESIDENTIAL LANDLORD AND TENANT ACT

Requires effective January 1, 2027, that upon the execution of a lease agreement for a mobile and manufactured homes in a mobile and manufactured home park, a complete copy of the lease be provided to the tenant within 10 days of execution.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingMandates landlords provide tenants with lease copies within 10 days, enhancing transparency and tenant rights in residential agreements.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Tenant Rights

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