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H8279Introduced in the House

Authorizes the town of Smithfield, if an aggregate of two hundred fifty (250) or more units should be proposed in comprehensive permit project(s), to enact an emergency moratorium until the permit requirement of § 45-53-4 are amended.

IntroducedHouse Municipal Government & Housing

Introduced by Gregory Costantino, District 44

What does this bill do?

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Official description

TOWNS AND CITIES -- LOW AND MODERATE INCOME HOUSING - Authorizes the town of Smithfield, if an aggregate of two hundred fifty (250) or more units should be proposed in comprehensive permit project(s), to enact an emergency moratorium until the permit requirement of § 45-53-4 are amended.

Where it stands

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

April 15, 2026

How did lawmakers vote?

No recorded vote is available for this bill yet.

Bill history

  1. Introduced, referred to House Municipal Government & Housing

  2. Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/15/2026)

  3. Committee recommended measure be held for further study

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