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died · Rhode Island · Senate May 7, 2025

SB 997: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- BEVERAGE CONTAINERS RECYCLING ACT

Senate Bill 997 establishes the "Beverage Container Recycling Act," creating a statewide system for recycling certain beverage containers. The bill defines various terms, including which beverages and containers are covered by the program and who is considered a "producer" (brand owner) responsible for compliance. It outlines mechanisms for consumers to return empty containers, such as "express redemption sites" (like reverse vending machines) and "full-service redemption sites," to receive a refund value. This system aims to promote the recycling of drinkable liquids sold in prepackaged containers.
Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill creates statewide beverage container recycling system, reducing landfill waste and conserving resources through mandatory producer responsibility and consumer redemption sites.95% confidence
Mark McKenney (D) Lammis Vargas (D) Bridget Valverde (D) Victoria Gu (D) Val Lawson (D)
died · Rhode Island · Senate May 7, 2025

SB 971: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- RHODE ISLAND PREKINDERGARTEN EDUCATION ACT

Establishes a prekindergarten seat finder to support families in accessing high quality early childhood education programs for three (3) and four (4) year old children.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationEstablishes prekindergarten seat finder to expand access to early childhood education programs for 3-4 year olds, directly advancing educational access.90% confidence
Mark McKenney (D) Hanna Gallo (D) Bridget Valverde (D) Tiara Mack (D) Lori Urso (D)
died · Rhode Island · Senate May 7, 2025

SB 20: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- COUNCIL ON POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION

Directs the commissioner of postsecondary education to prepare a strategic plan for public higher education which is aligned with the goals of the board of education's strategic plan.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationDirects strategic planning for public higher education alignment, advancing institutional goals without funding cuts or restrictions.85% confidence
Jonathon Acosta (D) Sam Zurier (D) Hanna Gallo (D) Bridget Valverde (D) Tiara Mack (D)
died · Rhode Island · House May 6, 2025

HB 6271: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- STUDENT ACCESS TO INTERSCHOLASTIC ATHLETICS, "THE VERA RILEY ACT"

Requires public middle schools, to allow students from a recognized non-public, charter, or alternative education institution, to participate in a non-sponsored sport in the school district where the student resides.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill expands student access to interscholastic athletics by requiring public schools to allow participation from non-public/charter students, directly advancing educational access under the topic description.90% confidence
Scott Slater (D) Grace Diaz (D) Brandon Potter (D) Michelle McGaw (D) Anthony DeSimone (D)
died · Rhode Island · House May 6, 2025

HB 5474: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- PERSONAL INCOME TAX

Phases in modifications to federal adjusted gross income over a four (4) year period for social security income, from twenty percent (20%) up to eighty percent (80%), beginning on or after January 1, 2026.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill increases exclusion of social security income from taxable income (20%→80%), providing tax relief to recipients (often lower/middle income).90% confidence
Susan Donovan (D) Mary Ann Shallcross-Smith (D) Brian Newberry (R) Deb Fellela (D) Pat Serpa (D)
died · Rhode Island · House May 6, 2025

HB 5080: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- SALES AND USE TAXES -- LIABILITY AND COMPUTATION

House Bill 5080 amends state sales and use tax laws. This bill exempts scalp hair prostheses or wigs from sales tax. The exemption applies specifically when these items are necessary due to hair loss resulting from a medical condition. This change aims to reduce the financial burden on individuals who require these items for medical reasons.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill exempts medical hair prostheses from sales tax, providing tax relief for necessary medical items. This aligns with tax relief for vulnerable groups, supporting the topic of taxes.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareExempts medically necessary wigs/prostheses from sales tax, reducing financial burden for patients with medical conditions and improving access to healthcare essentials.85% confidence
Susan Donovan (D) Tina Spears (D) Lauren Carson (D) Megan Cotter (D) Doc Corvese (D)
died · Rhode Island · House May 6, 2025

HB 5760: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- PERSONAL INCOME TAX

This bill, HB 5760, proposes to increase the state's earned-income tax credit (EITC). Specifically, it would raise the credit from 20% to 30% of the federal EITC amount. This change would directly affect low-to-moderate income working individuals and families who are eligible for the federal credit, starting with tax year 2026.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesIncreases EITC from 20% to 30% of federal credit, providing tax relief for low-to-moderate income workers and strengthening state tax policy.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingIncreasing EITC provides direct financial support to low-income households, enhancing their ability to afford housing and advancing affordable housing goals.85% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentIncreases EITC for low-income workers, directly boosting take-home pay and financial stability for labor force participants.95% confidence
Joseph Solomon (D) Scott Slater (D) Tom Noret (D) Alex Finkelman (D) Justine Caldwell (D)
died · Rhode Island · House May 6, 2025

HB 5531: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- RHODE ISLAND NEW QUALIFIED JOBS INCENTIVE ACT 2015

House Bill 5531 seeks to discontinue the tax rate reductions and new credit authorizations provided by the Rhode Island Jobs Development Act. The bill specifies that all remaining tax rate reductions under this act will cease by July 1, 2025, including those for companies that qualified before July 1, 2015. Additionally, no new tax credits will be authorized under the Jobs Development Act after June 30, 2025. This legislation directly affects businesses that have previously received or could potentially receive these specific state tax incentives.
Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill ends tax rate reductions and new credits under Jobs Development Act, restricting business tax incentives and increasing state revenue by discontinuing existing benefits.95% confidence
Brandon Potter (D) David Morales (D) Jennifer Stewart (D)
died · Rhode Island · House May 6, 2025

HB 5783: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- ESTATE AND TRANSFER TAXES -- LIABILITY AND COMPUTATION

HB 5783 modifies the state's estate and transfer tax laws, directly affecting the estates of individuals who pass away on or after January 1, 2026. The bill increases the net taxable estate exemption to four million dollars ($4,000,000). This means that estates valued at or below this amount will not be subject to the state's estate tax. Additionally, a Rhode Island credit against the estate tax will be adjusted annually for inflation, starting on January 1, 2027.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesIncreases estate tax exemption to $4M, reducing tax burden for estates below threshold, providing tax relief per Budget & Taxes indicators.90% confidence
Deb Fellela (D) Pat Serpa (D)
died · Rhode Island · House May 6, 2025

HB 6009: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- PERSONAL INCOME TAX

Authorizes a retroactive tax credit for tax yr 2026/thereafter/allowing investment tax credits to be passed through to the personal income tax returns of eligible Sub-S corporation shareholders/limited liability company members who meet certain conditions
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAuthorizes tax credits for business owners/shareholders, reducing taxable income and providing direct tax relief under Budget & Taxes policy.95% confidence
Mike Chippendale (R) Stephen Casey (D) Joseph Solomon (D) Alex Finkelman (D) Mary Ann Shallcross-Smith (D)
died · Rhode Island · House May 6, 2025

HB 5761: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- PERSONAL INCOME TAX

Allows a modification for all taxable pension and/or annuity income includible in federal adjusted gross income for tax years beginning on or after January 1, 2026.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesModifies tax treatment for pension/annuity income, providing tax relief for retirees (middle/lower income), aligning with support indicators.90% confidence
Bill O'Brien (D)
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