Budget & Taxes

signed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 24, 2026

SB 2036: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- PROPERTY SUBJECT TO TAXATION

SB 2036 exempts the real and tangible personal property of Blithewold, Inc. (located at 101 Ferry Road, Bristol, Rhode Island) from property taxation. This bill amends Rhode Island's tax code to add Blithewold, Inc. to the list of entities eligible for property tax exemptions under Section 44-3-3. The exemption applies specifically to the organization's property at that Bristol address, directly affecting Blithewold, Inc.'s tax obligations. The change is a targeted exemption for a single organization, not a broad policy shift.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill exempts specific property from taxation, reducing state tax revenue. Aligns with 'oppose' indicator of tax breaks reducing government revenue.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✗ Opposes Budget & Taxes

signed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 24, 2026

SB 2039: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- PROPERTY SUBJECT TO TAXATION

SB 2039 exempts AS220's real and tangible personal property located in Providence from property taxes. This bill amends Rhode Island's property tax code to add AS220 to the list of entities qualifying for tax exemptions. The exemption directly affects AS220's properties in Providence, removing their tax liability under the state's existing exemption framework.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill exempts AS220's property from taxes, reducing state revenue and creating a tax break, aligning with 'oppose' indicators of tax cuts.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingExempts AS220's housing properties from taxes, reducing operational costs for affordable housing provider.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✗ Opposes Budget & Taxes

signed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 18, 2026

SB 2787: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- ESTABLISHMENT OF CHARTER PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Bars the council from granting approval to create or expand a charter school beginning operations in 26-27 school year and bars the state from approving or appropriating funds to a new charter school not approved before July 1, 2025.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill restricts charter school funding and approvals, limiting state appropriations for new charter schools starting in 2026-27.75% confidence ✗ EducationOpposes EducationBill restricts charter school creation and funding, limiting educational access and options for students and families85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✗ Opposes Budget & Taxes

signed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 18, 2026

SB 2139: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- FOUNDATION LEVEL SCHOOL SUPPORT

Prohibits participation in federal school voucher tax credit for contributions to scholarship-granting organizations unless both the general assembly and the governor approve such participation.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesProhibits federal school voucher tax credit participation without legislative approval, restricting tax incentives for private education funding.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill blocks state participation in federal voucher program without legislative/governor approval, preventing potential diversion of public school funds to private options and protecting public school funding.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✗ Opposes Budget & Taxes

passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 10, 2026

SB 3182: AN ACT RELATING TO AGRICULTURE AND FORESTRY -- FORESTRY AND FOREST PARITY ACT

Establishes sales and use tax exemptions for commercial forest product operations and creates a new motor vehicle registration for "forestry vehicles".

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides tax exemptions for commercial forest operations, reducing tax burden on specific industries and promoting fiscal relief.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Budget & Taxes

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passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 9, 2026

SB 2086: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- SALES AND USE TAXES -- LIABILITY AND COMPUTATION

Exempts from the sales tax firearm safety equipment, storage devices, gun safes, gun cabinets, gun vaults, gun cases, strong boxes, cable locks, trigger locks and biometric locks.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesExempts firearm safety items from sales tax, reducing state revenue and weakening budget management through tax reduction.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✗ Opposes Budget & Taxes

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passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 5, 2026

SB 3118: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- VIDEO LOTTERY, GAMES, TABLE GAMES AND SPORTS WAGERING

This bill amends Rhode Island's state laws to redefine how sports wagering revenues are distributed between the state and hosting gaming facilities. It specifically adjusts the percentage of sports wagering revenue that facilities like Lincoln and Tiverton receive, while also updating definitions related to iGaming, video lottery terminals, and collegiate sports events. The legislation clarifies terminology for various gaming operations and establishes new definitions for online gaming platforms and vendors within the state's regulatory framework. These changes affect the state lottery division, licensed gaming operators, and the specific facilities authorized to host wagering activities in Rhode Island.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill increases state revenue from sports wagering by adjusting distribution percentages, providing additional funding for state operations without raising taxes on citizens.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Budget & Taxes

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