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H7635Introduced in the House

Provides that a certificate be provided for every contract for the purchase and sale of real estate certifying that the property has a functioning on-site wastewater treatment system or a sewer connection and not a cesspool.

IntroducedHouse Judiciary

Introduced by Michelle McGaw, District 71

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Official description

HEALTH AND SAFETY -- THE RHODE ISLAND CESSPOOL ACT OF 2007 - Provides that a certificate be provided for every contract for the purchase and sale of real estate certifying that the property has a functioning on-site wastewater treatment system or a sewer connection and not a cesspool.

Where it stands

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

February 26, 2026

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Bill history

  1. Introduced, referred to House Judiciary

  2. Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (02/26/2026)

  3. Committee recommended measure be held for further study

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