H7199Introduced in the House
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.
Introduced by Karen Alzate, District 60
What does this bill do?
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Official description
PROPERTY -- RESIDENTIAL LANDLORD AND TENANT ACT -- RHODE ISLAND SURVIVOR EARLY LEASE TERMINATION ACT - 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.
Where it stands
Signed by Governor
June 18, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
HouseStage: Passage · June 8, 2026
72
Yes
0
No
3
Absent or Not Voting
75 representatives recorded in this House vote. Colors show vote categories only, not whether a vote was good or bad.
See how each representative voted
| Representative | District | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Edith Ajello | 1 | Yes |
| Christopher Blazejewski | 2 | Yes |
| Nathan Biah | 3 | Yes |
| Rebecca Kislak | 4 | Yes |
| Anthony DeSimone | 5 | Yes |
| Raymond Hull | 6 | Yes |
| David Morales | 7 | Yes |
| John Lombardi | 8 | Yes |
| Enrique Sanchez | 9 | Yes |
| Scott Slater | 10 | Yes |
Bill history
Introduced, referred to House Judiciary
Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration
Committee postponed at request of sponsor (03/18/2026)
Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/19/2026)
Committee recommended measure be held for further study
Scheduled for consideration (06/03/2026)
Proposed Substitute
Committee recommends passage of Sub A
Placed on House Calendar (06/08/2026)
House passed Sub A
Placed on the Senate Consent Calendar (06/10/2026)
Senate passed Sub A in concurrence
Transmitted to Governor
Signed by Governor
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