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HB 7764

AN ACT RELATING TO PROPERTY -- RESIDENTIAL LANDLORD AND TENANT ACT

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Karen Alzate and 5 co-sponsors

HB 7764 amends Rhode Island's residential landlord-tenant law, though specific provisions require additional bill text to determine exact impact on housing rights and obligations.

03/13/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration
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Bill Summary · HB 7764

Legislative bill overview

HB 7764 proposes amendments to Rhode Island's Residential Landlord and Tenant Act, though the specific provisions are not detailed in the available information. Based on its referral to House Judiciary and the sponsors' backgrounds, it likely addresses tenant protections, landlord obligations, or dispute resolution procedures in residential rental relationships.

Why is this important

Landlord-tenant laws directly affect millions of Rhode Island residents' housing stability and living conditions. Changes to these statutes can impact eviction timelines, security deposit protections, maintenance responsibilities, rent increase limitations, and tenant recourse options—making this legislation relevant to both renters and property owners.

Potential points of contention

  • Tenant protections vs. property owner interests: Expanded tenant rights (extended notice periods, limited rent increases, stricter maintenance standards) may increase costs and reduce landlord flexibility, while landlords argue such protections discourage rental housing investment
  • Enforcement mechanisms: Questions about how violations will be penalized, who investigates complaints, and whether penalties are sufficient to deter non-compliance
  • Scope and applicability: Uncertainty about whether changes apply to all rental properties or exemptions for certain building types, ownership structures, or economic conditions

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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