Rhode Island 2022 Regular Session

Rhode Island House Bill H8330

Introduced

6/8/22

Refer

6/8/22

Report Pass

6/21/22

Passed

6/22/22

Caption

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.)

Impact

The amendment to the commission's composition is significant as it reflects an acknowledgment of the importance of housing in relation to land use and environmental regulations. By formally incorporating the Secretary of Housing into the commission, the bill aims to enhance the integration of housing policies within the context of broader environmental and land use considerations. The ongoing study by this commission is expected to provide valuable insights and recommendations that are vital for state regulatory frameworks governing these areas.

Summary

House Bill H8330 is a resolution that amends the membership of a special legislative commission focused on land use, preservation, development, housing, and environment regulations. The bill, introduced by Representative Karen Alzate, seeks to increase the commission's membership from eighteen to nineteen by adding the Secretary of Housing or their designee as a member. This change is intended to ensure that the perspectives and considerations of housing-related challenges are directly addressed in discussions surrounding these critical topics.

Contention

While specific points of contention regarding this bill were not highlighted in the discussions available, any resolution that modifies legislative commissions often garners differing opinions on the effectiveness and inclusiveness of such bodies. Critics may argue that adding another member could complicate decision-making processes or detract from the roles of existing members. However, proponents likely view this as a necessary step to ensure that housing is prioritized in legislative discussions about environmental and land regulations.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

RI H8356

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.)

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 H6089

House Resolution Extending The Reporting And Expiration Dates, And Requiring Reappointment Of The Membership Of The Legislative Commission To Study The Entire Area Of Land Use, Preservation, Development, Housing, Environment, And Regulation (extends The Reporting And Expiration Dates And Requires A Letter Of Continued Interest To The Speaker For Reappointment Of Membership, To The Commission To Study The Entire Area Of Land Use From 6/8/23 To 6/8/25 And Would Expire On 6/30/25.)

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 H6027

HOUSE RESOLUTION EXTENDING THE REPORTING AND EXPIRATION DATES, AND REQUIRING REAPPOINTMENT OF THE MEMBERSHIP OF THE LEGISLATIVE COMMISSION TO STUDY THE ENTIRE AREA OF LAND USE, PRESERVATION, DEVELOPMENT, HOUSING, ENVIRONMENT, AND REGULATION (Extends the reporting and expiration dates, and requires letter of continued interest, to the commission studying land use, preservation, development, housing, environment, and regulation, from June 8, 2025, to June 8, 2026, and expires on June 30, 2026.)

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 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 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 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.)

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.