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RI H8018

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

2/27/2026

Primary Sponsor

Hagan McEntee

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • New residential construction must have a minimum of two (2) means of egress consisting of standard exterior doors to receive approval

  • Amends Section 23-27.3-120.1 of the Rhode Island State Building Code regarding certificates of use and occupancy for new buildings

  • Requirement applies regardless of other provisions in the building code chapter

  • Takes effect immediately upon passage

Legislative Description

Requires that any new residential construction shall have a minimum of two means of egress consisting of standard exterior doors.

Health And Safety

Last Action

Introduced, referred to House Municipal Government & Housing

2/27/2026

Committee Referrals

Municipal Government & Housing2/27/2026

Full Bill Text

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