Rhode Island 2022 Regular Session

Rhode Island Senate Bill S2210

Introduced

2/8/22

Refer

2/8/22

Report Pass

3/3/22

Passed

3/10/22

Caption

Senate Resolution Creating A Special Legislative Commission To Study And Make Recommendations Regarding The Licensing Of Residential Builders And Contractors (creates An 11 Member Commission To Study And Make Recommendations On Licensing Of Residential Builders And Contractors, And Would Report Back By January 15, 2023, And Expire On January 30, 2023.)

Impact

The primary objective of S2210 is to comprehensively evaluate the current licensing framework for residential builders and contractors, with an eye toward enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of the licensing process. By establishing a commission with specific representatives from relevant sectors, the bill is expected to facilitate a thorough analysis that could lead to meaningful changes in state laws governing construction and building practices. The commission is required to report its findings and recommendations by January 15, 2023, after which it will dissolve on January 30, 2023.

Summary

Senate Bill S2210 aims to create a special legislative commission tasked with studying and making recommendations regarding the licensing of residential builders and contractors in Rhode Island. Comprised of eleven members, the commission will include legislators, representatives from the Department of Business Regulation, the State Building Code Commissioner, members from the Rhode Island Builders Association, and a member of the general public. This diverse composition is intended to ensure a wide range of perspectives in the examination of issues related to residential construction licensing.

Contention

While the bill has gained support as a step toward improving regulations in the construction sector, there could be points of contention mainly related to the scope and authority of the proposed commission. Stakeholders such as builders and regulatory agencies may have differing views on the commission's recommendations, especially if they call for significant changes to existing licensing practices. The balance between ensuring quality and safety in residential construction and easing regulatory burdens is likely to be a central debate during the commission's discussions.

Latest RI S2210 Activity

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Companion Bills

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Previously Filed As

RI H5970

JOINT RESOLUTION CREATING A SPECIAL LEGISLATIVE COMMISSION TO STUDY AND PROVIDE RECOMMENDATIONS FOR THE CREATION OF A STATEWIDE WHOLE-HOME REPAIRS PROGRAM (Creates 12-member commission to study and provide recommendations for the creation of a statewide whole-home repairs program, and who would report back to the General Assembly by January 5, 2026, and would expire on March 5, 2026.)

RI H6427

HOUSE RESOLUTION CREATING A SPECIAL LEGISLATIVE COMMISSION TO STUDY AND PROVIDE RECOMMENDATIONS FOR THE CREATION OF A STATEWIDE WHOLE-HOME REPAIRS PROGRAM (Creates 10-member commission to study and provide recommendations for the creation of a statewide whole-home repairs program, and who would report back to the Speaker of the House by January 5, 2026, and would expire on March 5, 2026.)

RI S2258

JOINT RESOLUTION CREATING A SPECIAL LEGISLATIVE COMMISSION TO STUDY SAFE STAFFING RATIOS IN HOSPITALS (Creates a 15-member joint commission to study and provide recommendations regarding safe staffing ratios in hospitals, and who would report back to the General Assembly by September 1, 2027, and expire on January 30, 2028.)

RI H7031

RI H8349

HOUSE RESOLUTION CREATING A SPECIAL LEGISLATIVE COMMISSION TO STUDY AND PROVIDE RECOMMENDATIONS FOR AMENDING RHODE ISLAND GENERAL LAW § 44-3-3 (Creates a 7-member commission to study and provide recommendations for amending RI General Law §44-3-3, and who would report back to the General Assembly by January 5, 2027, and would expire on March 5, 2027.)

RI S2789

JOINT RESOLUTION CREATING A SPECIAL LEGISLATIVE COMMISSION TO STUDY AND PROVIDE RECOMMENDATIONS FOR THE CREATION OF A STATEWIDE TEACHER HEALTHCARE PLAN (Creates an 11-member commission to study and make recommendations on a statewide teacher healthcare plan, and would report quarterly as of September 1, 2026, and submit a final report by September 1, 2027, and expires on December 31, 2027.)

RI H7974

RI H7532

JOINT RESOLUTION CREATING A SPECIAL JOINT LEGISLATIVE COMMISSION TO STUDY SLUDGE MANAGEMENT IN RHODE ISLAND (That a special joint legislative commission be created consisting of 20 members and report its findings and recommendations to the General Assembly no later than January 5, 2027, and said commission expires on March 5, 2027.)

RI H7228

HOUSE RESOLUTION EXTENDING THE REPORTING AND EXPIRATION DATES OF THE SPECIAL LEGISLATIVE COMMISSION TO STUDY AND PROVIDE RECOMMENDATIONS FOR THE CREATION OF A STATEWIDE WHOLE-HOME REPAIRS PROGRAM (Extends the reporting date of the special legislative commission to study and provides recommendations for the creation of a statewide whole-home repairs program from January 5, 2026, to June 30, 2026, and said commission expires on August 30, 2026.)

RI H5131

HOUSE RESOLUTION CREATING A SPECIAL LEGISLATIVE COMMISSION TO STUDY AND PROVIDE RECOMMENDATIONS TO ADDRESS CONCERNS IN THE DELIVERY OF HEALTHCARE TO INMATES AND INDIVIDUALS AWAITING TRIAL IN THE CUSTODY OF THE RHODE ISLAND DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS (RIDOC) (Creates a 9 member commission to study and make recommendations on the delivery of healthcare services at RIDOC, and who reports back to the House no later than January 5, 2026, and whose life would expire on March 5, 2026.)

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