Budget & Taxes

signed · Rhode Island · House Jun 24, 2026

HB 8348: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- PROPERTY SUBJECT TO TAXATION

Exempts from taxation the property of the nonprofit Mount St. Rita Health Centre located in Cumberland, RI. The exemption would be effective as of December 31, 2025.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill exempts non-profit health center property from taxation, providing tax relief and supporting essential healthcare services.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

signed · Rhode Island · House Jun 24, 2026

HB 7046: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- PROPERTY SUBJECT TO TAXATION

HB 7046 exempts Blithewold, Inc.'s real and tangible personal property located at 101 Ferry Road in Bristol, Rhode Island, from local property taxation. The bill amends Rhode Island's property tax law (Section 44-3-3) to add this specific exemption to the existing list of tax-exempt properties. This change directly affects Blithewold, Inc., a nonprofit organization operating at that address, by removing its property tax obligation. The exemption applies to all real and personal property owned by the organization, as specified in the bill's official abstract.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExempts specific nonprofit property from local taxes, providing targeted tax relief per amended tax law (Section 44-3-3).95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

signed · Rhode Island · House Jun 10, 2026

HB 8295: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- PROPERTY SUBJECT TO TAXATION -- VETERANS' EXEMPTIONS -- TOWN OF EXETER

Creates an exemption from property taxes in the amount of $5,000 for any veteran of the military or naval service of the United States who is to be totally disabled through a service-connected disability in the town of Exeter.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates a property tax exemption for disabled veterans, providing tax relief and supporting fiscal assistance to a specific group.85% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill creates a $5,000 property tax exemption for disabled veterans, directly expanding financial benefits and recognition for this group.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

passed · Rhode Island · House May 22, 2026

HB 8006: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- LEVY AND ASSESSMENT OF LOCAL TAXES

HB 8006 establishes a special 8% property tax rate for qualifying affordable housing in Rhode Island, instead of standard local tax rates. To qualify, properties must have legal agreements restricting rents to 30% of tenant income for households at or below 80% of area median income (for 40% of units) or 60% AMI (for 30% of units). Conversions of existing non-residential buildings to housing qualify until 2037, with tax rates gradually increasing from 8% to 12% over 30 years. This directly affects property owners of qualifying affordable housing and local governments setting tax policies.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesEstablishes 8% property tax rate for affordable housing targeting low-income renters (30%/60% AMI), providing tax relief for qualifying properties per fiscal policy indicators.92% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill creates 8% property tax rate for affordable housing with income-based rent restrictions (30% of income for 40% units at 80% AMI), incentivizing development and tenant protections.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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signed · Rhode Island · House May 6, 2026

HB 7662: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- PROPERTY SUBJECT TO TAXATION

Authorizes the town of Middletown to adopt by ordinance, a veterans’ property tax exemption to any veteran, who was honorably discharged, or discharged under conditions other than dishonorable, regardless of dates or periods of service.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides property tax exemption for veterans, directly reducing tax burden as tax relief per topic indicators.92% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill authorizes veterans' property tax exemption for honorably discharged veterans, directly expanding financial benefits and recognition.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

signed · Rhode Island · Senate May 6, 2026

SB 2700: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- PROPERTY SUBJECT TO TAXATION

Authorizes the town of Middletown to adopt by ordinance, a veterans’ property tax exemption to any veteran, who was honorably discharged, or discharged under conditions other than dishonorable, regardless of dates or periods of service.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides property tax exemption for veterans, reducing tax burden and offering direct tax relief per bill's explicit authorization.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransAuthorizes property tax exemption for honorably discharged veterans, directly expanding financial benefits under veterans' services policy.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

signed · Rhode Island · Senate May 6, 2026

SB 2422: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- PROPERTY SUBJECT TO TAXATION

SB 2422 allows the town of Jamestown to expand tax exemptions for seniors aged 65+ who own and occupy their primary residence. It establishes income-based exemption tiers (10% to 60% off property taxes) based on household income relative to federal poverty guidelines, with stricter rules for higher-income seniors. To qualify, applicants must be Jamestown residents for five years, own only residential property (not income-producing), and provide proof of income. The bill does not change existing statewide tax rules but gives Jamestown local authority to adjust its senior exemption program through town ordinances.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides property tax relief for low/middle-income seniors via income-based exemptions, reducing their tax burden.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingProvides income-based property tax exemptions for seniors, reducing housing costs and advancing affordability for low-income elderly homeowners.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

signed · Rhode Island · House May 6, 2026

HB 7151: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- PROPERTY SUBJECT TO TAXATION

HB 7151 allows the town of Jamestown to create a new property tax exemption program for seniors aged 65+ who own and occupy their primary residence. The bill establishes income-based exemption tiers (ranging from 10% to 60% of property value) based on household income relative to federal poverty guidelines, with strict residency requirements (5 years in Jamestown). It explicitly excludes income-producing properties (like home offices or rental units) and requires applicants to provide income documentation. This bill directly affects eligible Jamestown seniors meeting the income, residency, and property-use criteria.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates income-based property tax exemptions for low-income seniors, providing tax relief and reducing their tax burden per federal poverty guidelines.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingProvides property tax relief for seniors (65+) on primary residences, reducing housing costs through income-based exemptions under federal poverty guidelines.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

signed · Rhode Island · Senate Apr 10, 2026

SB 2041: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- LEVY AND ASSESSMENT OF LOCAL TAXES

SB 2041 authorizes the town council of Little Compton to establish a homestead exemption that reduces property taxes for residential homeowners. The exemption starts at 10% of the town's average property value in the first year and can be adjusted annually between 5% and 15% by town meeting vote. Registered voters who live in and own their homes automatically qualify, while non-voter residents must apply with ID and utility proof. Rental properties with fixed-year leases may also qualify under specific conditions. This bill directly affects Little Compton homeowners and renters meeting residency requirements.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides property tax relief for homeowners via homestead exemption, reducing taxable burden for residential property owners as described in bill summary.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingReduces property taxes for homeowners, lowering costs and supporting affordable housing access for owners through homestead exemption.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

signed · Rhode Island · Senate Apr 10, 2026

SB 2040: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION - LEVY AND ASSESSMENT OF LOCAL TAXES

SB 2040 authorizes the town of Bristol to apply the owner-occupied tax rate to mixed-use properties (such as homes with small businesses) when the residential portion is owner-occupied, instead of the higher commercial rate. This directly affects Bristol property owners who live in homes that also include commercial space, allowing them to pay the lower residential tax rate on the entire property. The bill amends tax classification rules to explicitly permit Bristol to include these properties in the owner-occupied residential class (Class 1). This policy change simplifies tax treatment and reduces the tax burden for qualifying property owners in Bristol.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAuthorizes lower residential tax rate for mixed-use properties, providing tax relief to Bristol homeowners with small businesses, aligning with middle-income tax relief indicators.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes