Budget & Taxes

signed · Rhode Island · House Jun 26, 2026

HB 8484: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- PROPERTY SUBJECT TO TAXATION

Exempts from taxation the real and tangible personal property of Amos House, provided it remains a qualified tax-exempt corporation pursuant to § 501(c)(3) of the United States Internal Revenue Code.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill exempts property from taxation, reducing the tax burden on a qualified non-profit and promoting fiscal relief.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill exempts property of Amos House, a 501(c)(3) organization, from taxation, thereby protecting and potentially strengthening affordable housing resources.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Sales Tax Property Taxes

signed · Rhode Island · House Jun 26, 2026

HB 8488: AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF PORTSMOUTH TO ISSUE NOT TO EXCEED $41,000,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS, NOTES AND OTHER EVIDENCES OF INDEBTEDNESS TO FINANCE THE CONSTRUCTION, ADDITIONS, RENOVATION, IMPROVEMENT, ALTERATION, REPAIR, FURNISHING AND EQUIPPING OF SCHOOLS AND SCHOOL FACILITIES THROUGHOUT THE TOWN

Authorizes the Town of Portsmouth to issue bonds and notes in amount not exceeding $41,000,000 to finance construction, additions, renovation, improvement, alteration, repair, furnishing and equipping of schools and school facilities throughout the town.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill authorizes $41M in bonds to fund school construction and improvements, directly increasing public service funding.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill authorizes $41M in bonds to fund construction, renovation, and equipping of schools, directly improving educational infrastructure.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Debt & Bonds

signed · Rhode Island · House Jun 10, 2026

HB 8403: AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF JAMESTOWN TO FUND AFFORDABLE HOUSING PROJECTS AND TO ISSUE NOT MORE THAN $3,000,000 BONDS AND NOTES THEREFOR

Proposes a bond measure to authorize the Town of Jamestown to issue up to three million dollars ($3,000,000) in general obligation bonds, subject to voter approval, to support affordable housing projects in Jamestown.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill authorizes $3M in bonds to fund affordable housing, directly increasing public spending on essential community services.85% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill authorizes bonds to fund affordable housing projects, directly advancing the topic.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Housing Finance

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

Sub-Topics Sales Tax

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signed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 11, 2026

SB 3186: AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF JAMESTOWN TO FUND AFFORDABLE HOUSING PROJECTS AND TO ISSUE NOT MORE THAN $3,000,000 BONDS AND NOTES THEREFOR

Proposes a bond measure to authorize the Town of Jamestown to issue up to three million dollars ($3,000,000) in general obligation bonds, subject to voter approval, to support affordable housing projects in Jamestown.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill authorizes issuance of $3M in bonds to fund affordable housing, directly increasing public funding for essential services.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill authorizes funding via bonds to support affordable housing projects, directly advancing the topic.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Debt & Bonds Affordable Housing

died · Rhode Island · House May 7, 2026

HB 8485: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- PROPERTY SUBJECT TO TAXATION

Authorizes municipalities to transfer, apply or provide doe an applicable prorate veteran’s property exemption for the remainder of the tax year when a veteran sells property and purchases another property.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides property tax relief for veterans, reducing their tax burden and supporting fiscal equity.85% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill extends property tax exemptions for veterans during home transitions, aiding affordable housing access and financial stability.75% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill extends property tax exemptions for veterans during property transitions, directly strengthening veteran financial benefits.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Property Taxes Veteran Housing

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died · Rhode Island · House Apr 28, 2026

HB 8450: AN ACT RELATING TO CORPORATIONS, ASSOCIATIONS AND PARTNERSHIPS -- RHODE ISLAND BUSINESS CORPORATION ACT -- THE RHODE ISLAND BUSINESS CLIMATE REFORM ACT

Adopts several concepts from other jurisdictions with the goal of promoting a stronger climate for business growth in Rhode Island, including a "Franchise Fee" in lieu of the corporation tax.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill replaces corporation tax with a franchise fee to promote business growth and improve the business climate.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Business Taxes

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died · Rhode Island · House Apr 29, 2026

HB 8408: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- HISTORIC PRESERVATION TAX CREDITS 2013

Increases historic tax credit to 30%, and up to 35%, depending on the amount of rental area available for multi-family housing, affordable rental units and units sold as affordable housing.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill increases historic preservation tax credits, providing tax relief and encouraging investment in affordable housing and multi-family rental units.85% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill increases historic tax credits specifically for affordable rental units and multi-family housing, directly funding and expanding housing development.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Tax Credits Tax Incentives Affordable Housing Historic Preservation Property Taxes

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passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 5, 2026

SB 3151: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- HISTORIC PRESERVATION TAX CREDITS 2013

Increases historic tax credit to 30%, and up to 35%, depending on the amount of rental area available for multi-family housing, affordable rental units and units sold as affordable housing.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill increases historic preservation tax credits, providing tax relief and encouraging affordable housing development through fiscal incentives.85% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill increases historic tax credits for affordable rental units and multi-family housing, directly supporting housing development and affordability.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Sales Tax Tax Credits Affordable Housing Historic Preservation

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passed · Rhode Island · Senate May 29, 2026

SB 3077: AN ACT RELATING EDUCATION -- THE EDUCATION EQUITY AND PROPERTY TAX RELIEF ACT

Specifies that pre-k programs for three (3) – and four (4) – years olds be added to programs to increase access to voluntary, free, high-quality pre-kindergarten programs.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill expands pre-k programs for 3-4 year olds, indicating increased funding for education services and public programs75% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill expands access to free pre-kindergarten programs for 3-4 year olds, directly enhancing early education access and quality.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Early Childhood K-12 Education School Funding

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