Signed into LawFiled Feb 27, 2026
Sponsor: Brian Kennedy (D)
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Signed by Governor
Jun 23, 2026
Summary
The bill establishes the "strengthen Rhody homes" program within the Division of Insurance to award grants for homeowners to harden their houses against catastrophic wind events. Funding must come from federal or other grants, and the program does not guarantee any entitlement. It targets owner‑occupied single‑family homes and sets strict eligibility, application, and construction standards.
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