All Roll Calls
Yes: 105 • No: 0
Rhode IslandS22732026 Regular SessionSenate
AN ACT RELATING TO TOWNS AND CITIES -- ZONING ORDINANCES .
Sponsored By: Alana M. DiMario (Democratic)
Signed by Governor
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Bill Overview
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 0 costs, 1 mixed.
Family child care homes can serve 12 children
If you run a DHS‑licensed family child care home, your city or town cannot limit you below 12 children at one time. Licensed providers can serve up to 12 children, subject to DHS rules. You must still follow all DHS regulations and federal fair housing and disability laws. This increases provider earning potential and adds child care spots for families.
State blocks local wetland setback rules
Cities and towns cannot make new buffer or setback rules for freshwater or coastal wetlands. They also cannot use existing wetland buffers or wastewater‑system setbacks when reviewing building or renovation permits. Other local zoning rules still apply. Towns must update their codes within 12 months after related state rules take effect. This may ease permits for owners and builders near wetlands, but it may raise flood or environmental risks for nearby households.
Sponsors & Cosponsors
Sponsor
Alana M. DiMario
Democratic • Senate
Cosponsors
Jonathon Acosta
Democratic • Senate
Jacob Bissaillon
Democratic • Senate
John P. Burke
Democratic • Senate
Victoria Gu
Democratic • Senate
Meghan E. Kallman
Democratic • Senate
Ana B. Quezada
Democratic • Senate
Gordon E. Rogers
Republican • Senate
Bridget Valverde
Democratic • Senate
Lammis J. Vargas
Democratic • Senate
Roll Call Votes
House vote • 6/11/2026
ZONING ORDINANCES PASSAGE IN CONCURRENCE
Yes: 67 • No: 0
Senate vote • 6/10/2026
RELATING TO TOWNS AND CITIES -- ZONING ORDINANCES Passage
Yes: 38 • No: 0
Actions Timeline
Signed by Governor — Chapter 245
6/19/2026GovernorTransmitted to Governor
6/16/2026GovernorHouse passed in concurrence
6/11/2026HousePlaced on the House Consent Calendar (06/11/2026)
6/10/2026HouseSenate read and passed
6/10/2026SenatePlaced on Senate Calendar (06/10/2026)
6/9/2026SenateCommittee recommends passage
6/9/2026Scheduled for consideration (06/09/2026)
6/5/2026Meeting postponed (05/28/2026)
5/27/2026Scheduled for consideration
5/26/2026Committee recommended measure be held for further study
3/26/2026Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/26/2026)
3/20/2026Introduced, referred to Senate Housing and Municipal Government
1/23/2026Senate
Bill Text
S2273 - As Introduced
1/23/2026
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