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died · Rhode Island · Senate May 7, 2026

SB 3126: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- SALES AND USE TAXES--LIABILITY AND COMPUTATION

This bill exempts parking fees for municipally operated beach parking in Middletown from Rhode Island sales tax. It amends existing state tax laws to clarify how various services, including transportation, pet care, and parking, are defined and taxed. The legislation specifically removes Middletown beach parking from the general definition of taxable parking services while maintaining tax liability for other parking facilities.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill exempts parking fees from sales tax, providing tax relief to residents and businesses, which aligns with fiscal support for taxpayers.75% confidence
Lou DiPalma (D)
died · Rhode Island · Senate May 7, 2026

SB 3130: AN ACT RELATING TO LIBRARIES -- STATE AID TO LIBRARIES

Increases reimbursement caps promulgated in 2018 and applies to eligible costs for library projects incurred from June 30, 2025 through June 30, 2031, or ending earlier if the Office of Library Information Services amends the regulations.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill increases reimbursement caps for library projects, providing additional funding for public libraries and strengthening state support for essential community services.85% confidence
Lou DiPalma (D)
died · Rhode Island · Senate May 7, 2026

SB 3157: AN ACT RELATING TO PROPERTY -- RESIDENTIAL LANDLORD AND TENANT ACT

This bill establishes standardized forms for landlords and tenants in Rhode Island to use during rental disputes and eviction proceedings. It directly affects residential landlords and tenants by providing specific templates for notices regarding rent arrears, lease violations, tenancy termination, and eviction complaints. The key provision requires these documents to follow a set format that includes tenant and landlord information, specific dates, and clear instructions on legal rights and next steps. By standardizing these forms, the bill aims to ensure consistency in how rental disputes are documented and processed within the state court system.
Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill standardizes forms for rental disputes and evictions, protecting tenant rights by ensuring clear communication and legal rights are communicated, strengthening tenant protections in housing.85% confidence
Tiara Mack (D)
died · Rhode Island · Senate May 7, 2026

SB 3107: AN ACT RELATING TO INSURANCE -- ACCIDENT AND SICKNESS INSURANCE POLICIES

This bill expands Rhode Island's unfair discrimination protections in accident and sickness insurance policies to include additional categories such as sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and reproductive health services. It prohibits healthcare entities from denying coverage, limiting benefits, or discriminating against individuals based on characteristics including race, religion, age, disability, pregnancy, and gender identity, while also banning categorical exclusions for gender-affirming and reproductive healthcare. The legislation requires insurers to provide clear notices to enrollees about their nondiscrimination rights and grievance procedures, and establishes penalties for violations while preserving legitimate medical management decisions unrelated to bias.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill expands protections against discrimination in health insurance, protecting patient rights and access to reproductive health services based on gender identity and sexual orientation.92% confidence
Walter Felag (D) Matt LaMountain (D) Mark McKenney (D) Andrew Dimitri (D) John Burke (D)
died · Rhode Island · House May 7, 2026

HB 7504: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- CATASTROPHE SAVINGS ACCOUNTS ACT

HB 7504 creates tax-advantaged "catastrophe savings accounts" for homeowners to cover disaster-related costs. Taxpayers can deduct contributions (capped at $25,000 for those with standard deductibles or $250,000 for self-insured homeowners) and earn tax-exempt interest. Withdrawals remain tax-free if used for qualified expenses like uncovered repair costs or insurance deductibles after a declared disaster. The program applies only to primary residences with one account allowed per home, effective for 2027 tax years.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates tax deductions and exemptions for disaster savings accounts, providing tax relief to homeowners. Explicitly framed as tax-advantaged program.95% confidence
Terri Cortvriend (D) Lauren Carson (D) Kathleen Fogarty (D) Brian Kennedy (D) Carol McEntee (D)
died · Rhode Island · Senate May 7, 2026

SB 2442: AN ACT RELATING TO PROPERTY -- FIRST-TIME HOME BUYER SAVINGS PROGRAM ACT

Establishes the first-time home buyer savings program act. Allows modifications to federal adjusted gross income for $50,000 in contributions and $150,000 of interest and dividends included in federal adjusted gross income.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides tax relief by allowing deductions for homebuyer savings contributions and interest/dividends, targeting middle-income first-time buyers.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingCreates tax-advantaged savings program for first-time home buyers, directly advancing housing affordability through income modifications for contributions and interest.90% confidence
Brian Thompson (D) Thomas Paolino (R) Pete Appollonio (D) Lou DiPalma (D) Gordon Rogers (R)
died · Rhode Island · House May 7, 2026

HB 7594: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- PERSONAL INCOME TAX

HB 7594 increases Rhode Island's earned-income tax credit (EITC) rate to 30% for tax years beginning in 2027 and later. This change directly benefits low-to-moderate income workers who qualify for the EITC, providing them with a larger refundable tax credit. The bill amends the state's tax code to adjust the credit percentage while maintaining the existing eligibility rules for qualifying individuals and families. This is a concrete policy change that will increase tax refunds for eligible working residents starting in 2027.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesIncreases EITC rate to 30% for low-to-moderate income workers, providing direct tax relief and larger refunds per tax code amendment.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentIncreases EITC rate to 30% for low-to-moderate income workers, directly expanding tax refunds and financial support for qualifying employees.95% confidence
Joseph Solomon (D) Scott Slater (D) Bill O'Brien (D) Grace Diaz (D) Pat Serpa (D)
died · Rhode Island · House May 7, 2026

HR 7597: JOINT RESOLUTION MAKING AN APPROPRIATION OF $200,000 TO THE RHODE ISLAND BLACK BUSINESS ASSOCIATION

HR 7597 is a procedural joint resolution appropriating $200,000 from the state treasury to the Rhode Island Black Business Association (RIBBA) for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. This funding supports RIBBA's existing services - including business development, entrepreneurship training, and access to capital for Black-owned and minority businesses - without creating new programs or altering eligibility. The resolution authorizes the state controller to disburse funds upon receipt of proper vouchers, consistent with RIBBA's current funding model through grants and public support. It directly affects RIBBA and the businesses it serves in Rhode Island.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates $200,000 to fund existing minority business support services, directly aligning with 'funds essential programs' indicator under Budget & Taxes.95% confidence
Karen Alzate (D) Nathan Biah (D) David Morales (D) Leo Felix (D) Joshua Giraldo (D)
died · Rhode Island · House May 7, 2026

HB 7697: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- SALES AND USE TAXES -- LIABILITY AND COMPUTATION

HB 7697 exempts prescribed scalp hair prosthetics and wigs from sales tax when medically necessary to treat hair loss from a health condition. This directly affects individuals with medical conditions like alopecia or cancer treatment side effects who require these items. The bill amends tax code sections to explicitly include "prosthetic devices" (defined as items necessary for medical treatment) under existing sales tax exemptions, alongside items like durable medical equipment. The policy change applies only to sales tax on qualifying products purchased by consumers.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExempts medically necessary hair prosthetics from sales tax, providing tax relief for individuals with health conditions like alopecia or cancer treatment side effects.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareExempts medically necessary hair prosthetics from sales tax, reducing out-of-pocket costs for patients with conditions like cancer treatment side effects, improving access to essential healthcare items.95% confidence
Susan Donovan (D) Tina Spears (D) Lauren Carson (D) Jennifer Boylan (D) Megan Cotter (D)
died · Rhode Island · House May 7, 2026

HB 7700: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- PROPERTY TAX RELIEF

Increases the income range up to fifty thousand dollars ($50,000) and tax credit up to eight hundred fifty dollars ($850), for elderly and disabled persons who own or rent their homes.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesIncreases tax credit for elderly/disabled homeowners, providing direct tax relief to lower-income groups per bill's summary.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingIncreases tax credits for elderly/disabled renters/homeowners, reducing housing costs and enhancing affordability for vulnerable groups.95% confidence
Tina Spears (D) Megan Cotter (D) Brian Kennedy (D) Michelle McGaw (D) June Speakman (D)
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