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Rhode Island House Bill H8356

Rhode Island 2022 Regular Session

Rhode Island House Bill H8356

Introduced
6/19/22  
Refer
6/19/22  
Report Pass
6/22/22  

Caption

House Resolution Amending The Membership Of The Special Legislative Commission To Study The Low And Moderate Income Housing Act (this Resolution Would Amend The Membership Of Said Commission By Increasing The Number Of Members From Seventeen (17) To Nineteen (19) Members By Adding The Secretary Of Housing, Or Designee.)

Impact

The modification to the commission's composition is intended to bring in a broader range of expertise and perspectives in discussions related to housing, particularly low and moderate income housing. Supporters of the bill argue that including representatives from significant community organizations like the United Way will allow for better representation of community needs and more effective policy recommendations. The introduction of the Secretary of Housing is also seen as a strategic move to ensure that state-level priorities and resources are more closely aligned with community-level needs.

Summary

House Bill H8356 proposes an amendment to the existing special legislative commission tasked with studying the Low and Moderate Income Housing Act. The primary change introduced by this bill is the increase of the commission's membership from seventeen to nineteen members. This adjustment includes the addition of the Secretary of Housing, or their designee, and the President and CEO of United Way of Rhode Island, or their designee. The bill aims to enhance the commission’s ability to address the critical issues surrounding housing in the state.

Contention

While there has been strong support for the bill in terms of improving the representation within the commission, some factions may express concern regarding the potential bureaucratic implications of these additions. Critics might argue that adding more members could complicate decision-making processes or lead to slower response times in addressing urgent housing issues. However, overall, the bill appears to seek a more inclusive approach to housing policy in Rhode Island.

Latest H8356 Activity

Companion Bills

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Previously Filed As

RI H8330

House Resolution Amending The Membership Of The Special Legislative Commission To Study The Entire Area Of Land Use, Preservation, Development, Housing, Environment, And Regulation (this Resolution Would Amend The Membership Of Said Commission By Increasing The Number Of Members From Eighteen (18) Members To Nineteen Members By Adding The Secretary Of Housing, Or Designee.)

RI H6088

House Resolution Extending The Reporting And Expiration Dates And Amending The Purpose, Name, And Membership Of The Special Legislative Commission To Study The Low And Moderate Income Housing Act (this Resolution Would Expand The Purpose, Amend The Name And Membership, And Extend The Reporting And Expiration Dates Of The Commission From April 12, To June 7, 2025, And Would Expire On June 28, 2025.)

RI H6322

HOUSE RESOLUTION AMENDING THE MEMBERSHIP AND EXTENDING THE REPORTING AND EXPIRATION DATES OF THE SPECIAL LEGISLATIVE COMMISSION TO STUDY HOUSING AFFORDABILITY (Increases the membership from eighteen (18) to twenty-one (21), and extend the reporting and expiration dates of the Commission to Study Housing Affordability from June 7, 2025, to June 5, 2027, and would expire on June 26, 2027.)

RI H6285

HOUSE RESOLUTION AMENDING THE MEMBERSHIP AND EXTENDING THE REPORTING AND EXPIRATION DATES OF THE SPECIAL LEGISLATIVE COMMISSION TO STUDY HOUSING AFFORDABILITY (Increases the membership from eighteen (18) to twenty (20), and extend the reporting and expiration dates of the Commission to Study Housing Affordability from June 7, 2025, to June 5, 2027, and would expire on June 26, 2027.)

RI H8305

HOUSE RESOLUTION AMENDING THE MEMBERSHIP OF THE PERMANENT ADVISORY COUNCIL FOR THE RHODE ISLAND HOUSE VETERANS' AFFAIRS COMMITTEE (This resolution would amend the membership of said commission by increasing the number of members to seventeen (17), all of whom would be honorably discharged veterans and be qualified electors of this state, to be appointed by the Speaker.)

RI H7675

Joint Resolution Amending The Joint Resolution Creating A Permanent Legislative Commission On Child Care In Rhode Island (this Joint Resolution Would Amend The Membership And Purpose Of Said Commission, Allow For Funding With Approval, And Require Review Of Said Membership Every Two (2) Years.)

RI H7094

JOINT RESOLUTION AMENDING THE JOINT RESOLUTION CREATING A PERMANENT LEGISLATIVE COMMISSION ON CHILD CARE IN RHODE ISLAND (This resolution would amend the commission name, membership, appointment process, purpose, funding allowance designation, timeline for membership, and meeting schedules.)

RI S2331

JOINT RESOLUTION AMENDING THE JOINT RESOLUTION CREATING A PERMANENT LEGISLATIVE COMMISSION ON CHILD CARE IN RHODE ISLAND (This resolution would amend the commission name, membership, appointment process, purpose, funding allowance designation, timeline for membership, and meeting schedules.)

RI H6512

Joint Resolution Amending The Joint Resolution Creating A Permanent Legislative Commission On Child Care In Rhode Island (this Resolution Would Amend The Commission Name, Membership, Appointment Process, Purpose, Funding Allowance Designation, Timeline For Membership, And Meeting Schedules.)

RI H3827

Amending the membership of the Housing Commission in the town of Lincoln

Similar Bills

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