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SB 2916 Rhode Island Senate · 2026 Regular Session

AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- PROPERTY SUBJECT TO TAXATION

This bill proposes to increase the minimum veterans' property tax exemption from $1,000 to $6,000 for municipal taxes. It directly affects veterans who own taxable property, allowing them to deduct a larger portion of their property value from their tax bill. The change would apply to local property taxes rather than state taxes, reducing the amount of tax owed by eligible veterans. The measure is currently under review by the Senate Housing and Municipal Government committee and has been held for further study.
Issues: ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill increases veterans' property tax exemption, providing tax relief and reducing tax burden for eligible veterans, which aligns with supporting tax relief measures.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill increases veterans' property tax exemption, reducing housing costs for veterans and supporting affordable housing access.75% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill increases veterans' property tax exemption from $1,000 to $6,000, directly expanding financial benefits for veterans.95% confidence
Bill status died 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2026
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Mar 4, 2026 Last action Mar 12, 2026
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Total actions
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Committee
1
Mar 12, 2026
Committee
03/12/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
legislature
Mar 4, 2026
Introduced
03/04/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Housing and Municipal Government
upper
2 primary · 0 co-sponsors

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State
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Photo of Brian Thompson
Brian Thompson
DDemocratic
RI
20
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Photo of Todd Patalano
Todd Patalano
DDemocratic
RI
26