Rhode Island 2026 Regular Session

Rhode Island House Bill H7285

Introduced
1/23/26  

Caption

Requires effective January 1, 2027, that upon the execution of a lease agreement for a mobile and manufactured homes in a mobile and manufactured home park, a complete copy of the lease be provided to the tenant within 10 days of execution.

Impact

The bill seeks to amend the Residential Landlord and Tenant Act by establishing clear regulations regarding lease agreements for mobile home residents. By requiring landlords to disclose a full copy of the lease, tenants can better understand their obligations and rights, mitigating potential conflicts regarding rental terms. This change is expected to foster a more equitable rental environment and protect vulnerable populations living in mobile home parks.

Summary

House Bill H7285 aims to enhance tenant rights and ensure transparency in rental agreements specifically for mobile and manufactured homes. The bill mandates that effective January 1, 2027, landlords must provide tenants with a complete copy of the signed lease agreement within ten days of execution. This requirement is designed to safeguard tenant interests by ensuring they have immediate access to the terms and conditions of their lease, thereby minimizing misunderstandings that might arise from incomplete information.

Contention

While the bill is largely seen as a positive step towards improving transparency in rental agreements, there may be some concerns from landlords regarding the administrative burden of complying with the new requirements. Opponents may argue that imposing strict disclosure rules could complicate the lease process. However, supporters assert that the benefits of protecting tenant rights and ensuring clarity within rental agreements far outweigh these concerns.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

RI S0900

Includes manufactured homes on leased land under a long-term lease in excess of thirty (30) years at the time of enrollment within the classification of affordable housing.

RI H6163

Includes manufactured homes on leased land under a long-term lease in excess of thirty (30) years at the time of enrollment within the classification of affordable housing.

RI S0738

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.

RI H6160

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.

RI H5677

Adds a provision that allows a tenant to pay the last month's rent or any other prepaid rent. It also increases the amount that a security deposit can be requested from one to two (2) months of rent.

RI S0803

Adds a provision that allows a tenant to pay the last month's rent or any other prepaid rent. It also increases the amount that a security deposit can be requested from one to two (2) months of rent.

RI H5117

Requires that all cosmetics manufactured, sold, delivered, held or offered for sale contain a label that completely and accurately list all of their component ingredients.

RI H5019

Prohibits a manufacturer from manufacturing, knowingly selling, offering for sale, distributing for sale or distributing for use in the state any firefighting personal protective equipment containing intentionally-added PFAS as of January 1, 2027.

RI S0241

Prohibits a manufacturer from manufacturing, knowingly selling, offering for sale, distributing for sale or distributing for use in the state any firefighting personal protective equipment containing intentionally-added PFAS as of January 1, 2027.

RI H5299

Directs RIHousing to work with stakeholders to investigate and determine ways to assist an incorporated homeowners' association to exercise rights to purchase leased land.

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