Smithfield council continues resolution opposing state housing changes amid split views

Mar 3, 2026

After lengthy debate, the Smithfield Town Council voted March 3 to continue a resolution criticizing recent state housing laws to the March 17 meeting so sponsors can add specific bill numbers; public commenters urged immediate passage while some council members preferred waiting to strengthen the resolution.

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The Smithfield Town Council continued a proposed resolution opposing recent state housing statutes after council members split on whether to act now or wait for specific bill numbers.

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