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H8038Introduced in the House

Authorizes East Providence to issue licenses to any business seeking to engage in the business of operating a hotel, motel, inn, or boardinghouse and that business first obtains approval from chief of police, building inspector and the mayor.

IntroducedHouse Municipal Government & Housing

Introduced by Jenni Azanero Furtado, District 64

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TOWNS AND CITIES -- ORDINANCES - Authorizes East Providence to issue licenses to any business seeking to engage in the business of operating a hotel, motel, inn, or boardinghouse and that business first obtains approval from chief of police, building inspector and the mayor.

Where it stands

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

March 17, 2026

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Bill history

  1. Introduced, referred to House Municipal Government & Housing

  2. Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/17/2026)

  3. Committee recommended measure be held for further study

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