A bill in Rhode Island aims to protect inherited family homes from unfair losses due to a legal loophole allowing individuals to force a partition sale, which allows real estate speculators to acquire small shares and then sell the entire property at less than market value. The bill was introduced by representatives from the House Judiciary Committee and Senate Housing and Municipal Government Committee, who believe it will protect homes and generational wealth. The legislation includes basic due process protections such as notice standards, an independent appraisal, and a right of first refusal for co-tenants.