S2291Introduced in the Senate
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 Melissa Murray, District 24
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?
House votes
1 recorded vote · each counted separately
Senate votes
5 recorded votes · each counted separately
HouseStage: Passage In Concurrence · June 10, 2026
68
Yes
0
No
7
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 | Not Voting |
| John Lombardi | 8 | Yes |
| Enrique Sanchez | 9 | Yes |
| Scott Slater | 10 | Yes |
Bill history
Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary
Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration
Meeting postponed (04/28/2026)
Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/12/2026)
Proposed Substitute
Committee recommended indefinite postponement
Committee recommended Substitute A be held for further study
Scheduled for consideration
Meeting postponed (06/02/2026)
Proposed Substitute
Meeting postponed (06/02/2026)
Scheduled for consideration (06/03/2026)
Proposed Substitute
Committee recommends passage of Sub A
Placed on Senate Calendar (06/09/2026)
Senate passed Sub A
Placed on the House Consent Calendar (06/10/2026)
House passed Sub A in concurrence
Transmitted to Governor
Signed by Governor
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