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RI H7655
Bill
Status
2/11/2026
Primary Sponsor
Arthur Handy
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AI Summary
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Tenants may implement energy conservation measures at their own expense, including removable weather-stripping around doors and windows, removable interior storm windows, and insulation wrap around hot water heating tanks
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Energy conservation provisions do not apply to group living units, hotel units, or rooming units
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Tenants are prohibited from making structural changes to buildings under these provisions
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Existing self-help repair rights are preserved, allowing tenants to make repairs costing less than $500 per year and deduct costs from rent after providing 20 days written notice to landlords
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Takes effect upon passage
Legislative Description
Permits a tenant, at the tenant’s expense, to implement energy conservation measures to any dwelling or dwelling unit such as removable weather-stripping around doors and windows.
Property
Last Action
Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/18/2026)
3/13/2026