Posts Tagged ‘housing’
Speaker Shekarchi’s housing legislation enacted
Thirteen bills from Speaker K. Joseph Shekarchi’s package of legislation to help address Rhode Island’s housing crisis have now been enacted into law. “I am truly grateful to my colleagues in both the House and the Senate for their support and collaboration on the passage of our housing bills. Regardless of party or district, every…
Read MoreSpeaker Shekarchi’s legislation to create housing court calendar passes House
Legislation sponsored by House Speaker K. Joseph Shekarchi to create a court calendar dedicated to housing and land use was passed by the House today. The legislation is part of Speaker Shekarchi’s 14-bill package of legislation to address Rhode Island’s housing crisis. “Rhode Island desperately needs more housing,” said Speaker Shekarchi. “Creating more housing isn’t…
Read MoreBoston Globe Commentary: Housing is still a top priority for Rhode Island’s lawmakers
The Boston Globe In my first year as House Speaker, I’m proud of the way we worked together as a chamber to pass meaningful legislation aimed at improving the lives of all Rhode Islanders. We made historic progress on a top priority for many House members, including me: expanding access to affordable housing. When I…
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