Budget & Taxes (State Budget)

died · Rhode Island · Senate May 26, 2026

SB 2099: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- SURPLUS FUNDS TAX CREDIT ACT

Mandates that any surplus state tax revenue received in any fiscal year would be refunded to the taxpayers of this state on a proportional basis in relation to the personal income tax liability incurred by the taxpayers in that fiscal year.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesRefunds surplus tax revenue to taxpayers proportionally, promoting fiscal responsibility by not retaining excess funds in state budget.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Revenue State Budget Tax Credits

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died · Rhode Island · Senate Mar 4, 2026

SB 2412: AN ACT RELATING TO MOTOR AND OTHER VEHICLES -- REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES

SB 2412 establishes a commemorative Rhode Island license plate honoring Governor Roger Williams, the first governor of the State of Rhode Island. Vehicle owners who apply for this plate must pay an additional $25 fee (with $15 covering plate costs and $10 going to the general fund) on top of standard registration fees. The bill is purely ceremonial and would not change vehicle registration rules for most drivers.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesNew $25 fee includes $10 to general fund, increasing state revenue without altering tax structure or reducing services.90% confidence

Sub-Topics State Budget

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died · Rhode Island · House Apr 28, 2026

HB 7455: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- THE EDUCATION EQUITY AND PROPERTY TAX RELIEF ACT

Mandates additional state education funding for the mental and behavioral health of students equal to 2% of the district’s total expenditures, and require those funds be used to hire staff such as school social workers, and behavioral specialists.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesMandates 2% of district expenditures for mental health staffing, increasing state education funding and public service spending.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates 2% state funding for mental health staff, directly increasing educational support for student well-being and school programs.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates 2% of district funds for student mental/behavioral health, requiring hiring of school social workers and behavioral specialists, directly supporting mental health services.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax State Budget School Funding Student Health Mental Health

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died · Rhode Island · Senate May 19, 2026

SB 2226: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- THE EDUCATION EQUITY AND PROPERTY TAX RELIEF ACT

Provides that a student's enrollment in Medicaid would be included in calculating and determining the student success factor for use in the foundation education-aid formula.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill title explicitly includes 'Property Tax Relief,' directly aligning with tax reduction support in Budget & Taxes category.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill includes Medicaid enrollment in foundation education-aid formula's student success factor, increasing funding for schools serving low-income students to advance educational equity.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax State Budget School Funding Student Financial Aid Student Health

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signed · Rhode Island · House Jun 12, 2026

HB 7127: AN ACT MAKING APPROPRIATIONS FOR THE SUPPORT OF THE STATE FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2027

HB 7127 is a state budget bill allocating hundreds of millions of dollars in funding for Rhode Island's fiscal year ending June 30, 2027. It directs specific funding amounts to state agencies and programs, including Central Management, Health Benefits Exchange, Debt Service Payments, and infrastructure projects like building renovations and facility upgrades. The bill establishes concrete funding levels for departments such as Health and Human Services, Education, and Information Technology, with detailed allocations for both general revenue and restricted funds. This legislation directly affects state agencies and programs that will receive these designated funds to operate during the 2027 fiscal year.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates hundreds of millions for state agencies, infrastructure, and essential programs like Health and Human Services, advancing fiscal management and funding public services.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareAllocates specific funding to Health Benefits Exchange and Health and Human Services, directly advancing healthcare program funding per budget language.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations Debt & Bonds State Budget

in committee · Rhode Island · House Jan 15, 2026

HB 7126: AN ACT RELATING TO MAKING REVISED APPROPRIATIONS IN SUPPORT OF FY 2026

HB 7126 is a budget adjustment bill that revises funding allocations for Rhode Island's fiscal year 2026 (ending June 2026). It modifies existing appropriations across state departments and programs, including a significant $83.2 million increase for the Community Learning Center Municipal Grant Program. The bill adjusts funding levels for various state functions - such as Central Management, Information Technology, and public infrastructure projects - reflecting revised budget priorities. It does not create new programs or laws but reallocates existing state funds to support ongoing operations and specific initiatives for the 2026 fiscal year.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesIncreases $83.2M funding for Community Learning Center grant program, reflecting revised budget priorities to support public services and state fiscal management.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill allocates $83.2M increase for Community Learning Center Municipal Grant Program, directly funding K-12 support services and educational access.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations State Budget

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died · Rhode Island · Senate May 21, 2026

SB 2235: AN ACT RELATING TO GENERAL ASSEMBLY -- AUDITOR GENERAL

SB 2235 requires the state auditor general to conduct annual performance audits of all state agencies starting January 1, 2027. These audits will examine how effectively and efficiently agencies operate, whether they comply with laws, and if public funds are properly spent. The auditor general must report findings to the legislature and executive branch, including any agency failing to meet audit standards. This directly affects all state agencies, from departments to boards, by mandating regular reviews of their operations and financial management. The bill aims to improve accountability in government spending without changing existing agency responsibilities.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesMandates annual audits to ensure proper public fund spending, promoting fiscal responsibility without altering tax or budget structures.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Audits & Accountability Government Spending State Budget

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died · Rhode Island · Senate May 21, 2026

SB 2103: AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC FINANCE -- STATE BUDGET

Requires that the governor submit a zero-based budget to the general assembly with the zero-based budget phased in over a five (5) year period, commencing with the fiscal budget year of July 1, 2027.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesRequires zero-based budgeting, promoting fiscal responsibility through systematic expense review without tax changes or funding shifts.92% confidence

Sub-Topics State Budget

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died · Rhode Island · House May 12, 2026

HB 7389: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- THE SUPPORT AND ACCESS TO BILINGUAL EDUCATION ACT

Appropriates nine hundred and fifty thousand dollars ($950,000) to establish a bilingual education support fund within the department of elementary and secondary education and provides for implementation of support and access to bilingual education.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates $950,000 from state budget to fund bilingual education program, directly increasing public education funding allocation.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationAppropriates $950,000 for bilingual education support fund, directly advancing educational access and funding for K-12 programs as per bill title and summary.95% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationFunds bilingual education, a key service for immigrant students' educational access, aligning with 'provides immigrant services' indicator.85% confidence

Sub-Topics State Budget

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in committee · Rhode Island · Senate Jan 23, 2026

SB 2243: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- SALES AND USE TAXES -- LIABILITY AND COMPUTATION

Exempts from the sales tax eligible school supplies, costing less than $30.00, purchased within one week prior to the commencement of the academic year.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExempts school supplies under $30 from sales tax, providing direct tax relief for families purchasing essential items.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationExempts school supplies under $30 from sales tax, reducing costs for families and improving access to educational materials for K-12 students.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Business Taxes Sales Tax State Budget

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