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RI H8106

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/27/2026

Primary Sponsor

Stephen Casey

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Declares restrictive covenants void and unenforceable when they prevent land from being used for grocery stores, supermarkets, or other retail establishments selling fresh food for off-premises consumption.

  • Exempts restrictive covenants when a grocery store relocates within one-half mile of its original location, opens within one year of closure, and the covenant on the discontinued site lasts no more than 18 months.

  • Does not apply retroactively to restrictive covenants or agreements entered into before the act's effective date.

  • Includes a severability clause allowing other portions of the act to remain in effect if any portion is found unlawful by a court.

  • Takes effect upon passage.

Legislative Description

Prohibits restrictive covenants related to grocery stores.

Property

Last Action

Introduced, referred to House Judiciary

2/27/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary2/27/2026

Full Bill Text

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