When was Rhode Island House Bill HB 8001 introduced?

HB 8001 was introduced on Feb 27, 2026.

Has Rhode Island House Bill HB 8001 passed the House?

Yes, HB 8001 has passed the House on Apr 30, 2026.

Has Rhode Island House Bill HB 8001 passed the Senate?

Yes, HB 8001 has passed the Senate on Jun 10, 2026.

Has Rhode Island House Bill HB 8001 been signed into law?

Yes, HB 8001 was signed into law on Jun 23, 2026.

What's the current status of Rhode Island House Bill HB 8001?

The latest action on HB 8001 by the executive was: 06/23/2026 Signed by Governor on Jun 23, 2026.

Who introduced Rhode Island House Bill HB 8001?

HB 8001 was introduced by K. Joseph Shekarchi.

Are voting records available for Rhode Island House Bill HB 8001?

Yes, there is one legislator voting record available for HB 8001

Bill tracking in Rhode Island - HB 8001 (2026 legislative session)

Introduced
Feb 27, 2026
Passed House
Apr 30, 2026
Passed Senate
Jun 10, 2026
Became Law
Jun 23, 2026

HB 8001

Rhode Island House Bill

AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- STATE BUILDING CODE -- ADMINISTRATION AND ENFORCEMENT (Authorizes municipalities to make an emergency declaration under limited circumstances to allow for the construction and use of SAFE Units on a temporary basis which have specialized requirements and exemptions from the state fire and building codes.)

Last Action See all actions

executive • Jun 23, 2026: 06/23/2026 Signed by Governor

Latest Bill Text See all bill texts

8001 SUB A