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SB 2291 Enacted

AN ACT RELATING TO PROPERTY -- RESIDENTIAL LANDLORD AND TENANT ACT -- RHODE ISLAND SURVIVOR EARLY LEASE TERMINATION ACT

Introduced
In Committee
Floor
Crossed Over
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Enacted

Grants tenants that are the victim of various forms of abuse including, but not limited to, sexual and domestic abuse and stalking, the right to terminate a lease agreement early without penalty or liability for rent. Effective 7/1/26.

Chamber
Senate
Introduced
Jan 23, 2026
Last action
Jun 18, 2026 — 06/18/2026 Signed by Governor
Sponsor
Lori Urso D
Session
2026
Momentum
96 · Very high