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RI S0493
RI S0493Allows a landlord that did not obtain a lead certificate pursuant to the lead mitigation laws of chapter 128.1 of title 42 due to the fact that the state lacks the adequate resources to conduct inspections.
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Introduced
02/26/2025
02/26/2025
In Committee
02/26/2025
02/26/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
06/20/2025
06/20/2025
Introduced Session
2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This act would allow a landlord that did not obtain a lead certificate pursuant to the lead mitigation laws of chapter 128.1 of title 42 due to the fact that the state lacks the adequate resources to conduct inspections. The act also would provide that if the landlord certifies that the landlord followed all lead mitigation law requirements as of September 1, 2024, the landlord would not be fined for the lack of a lead certificate. This act would take effect upon passage.
AI Summary
This bill addresses a challenge in lead hazard mitigation enforcement by creating a "safe harbor" provision for landlords who cannot obtain a lead certificate due to insufficient state inspection resources. Specifically, the bill allows landlords to avoid fines if they certify that they have followed all lead mitigation law requirements as of September 1, 2024, and if the state lacks adequate resources to conduct property inspections within the current statutory deadline. The legislation recognizes that some landlords may be unable to comply with lead certification requirements through no fault of their own, and provides a temporary mechanism to prevent penalizing property owners when state government cannot fulfill its inspection obligations. The bill would take effect immediately upon passage, offering immediate relief to landlords who have attempted to comply with lead hazard mitigation regulations but cannot complete formal certification due to state resource constraints.
Committee Categories
Housing and Urban Affairs
Sponsors (6)
Jessica de la Cruz (R)*,
John Burke (D),
Frank Ciccone (D),
Andrew Dimitri (D),
Todd Patalano (D),
Gordon Rogers (R),
Last Action
Committee recommended measure be held for further study (on 03/27/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://status.rilegislature.gov/ |
| BillText | https://webserver.rilegislature.gov/BillText25/SenateText25/S0493.pdf |
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