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signed · Rhode Island · House Jun 24, 2026

HB 7879: AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC UTILITIES AND CARRIERS -- THERMAL ENERGY NETWORK AND JOBS ACT

Facilitates the study of thermal energy technology to determine if these goals can be met by the implementation of thermal energy networks in Rhode Island.
Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyFacilitates study of thermal energy networks for potential implementation, aligning with renewable/efficient energy infrastructure exploration per topic indicators.80% confidence
Terri Cortvriend (D) Jennifer Boylan (D) Arthur Handy (D) Michelle McGaw (D) Jay Edwards (D)
signed · Rhode Island · House Jun 24, 2026

HB 8028: AN ACT RELATING TO TOWNS AND CITIES -- DAM MANAGEMENT DISTRICTS

HB 8028 exempts the lake bed and Wilson's Reservoir in Burrillville from property taxes. This directly affects the town of Burrillville and its management of the reservoir property. The bill’s key provision removes the tax obligation for this specific water body and its bed. The exemption applies to the designated property within Burrillville’s jurisdiction.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExempts Burrillville's reservoir property from property taxes, providing direct tax relief to the town government.95% confidence
Brian Newberry (R) David Place (R)
signed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 24, 2026

SB 2036: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- PROPERTY SUBJECT TO TAXATION

SB 2036 exempts the real and tangible personal property of Blithewold, Inc. (located at 101 Ferry Road, Bristol, Rhode Island) from property taxation. This bill amends Rhode Island's tax code to add Blithewold, Inc. to the list of entities eligible for property tax exemptions under Section 44-3-3. The exemption applies specifically to the organization's property at that Bristol address, directly affecting Blithewold, Inc.'s tax obligations. The change is a targeted exemption for a single organization, not a broad policy shift.
Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill exempts specific property from taxation, reducing state tax revenue. Aligns with 'oppose' indicator of tax breaks reducing government revenue.95% confidence
Walter Felag (D) Linda Ujifusa (D) Pam Lauria (D)
signed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 24, 2026

SB 2039: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- PROPERTY SUBJECT TO TAXATION

SB 2039 exempts AS220's real and tangible personal property located in Providence from property taxes. This bill amends Rhode Island's property tax code to add AS220 to the list of entities qualifying for tax exemptions. The exemption directly affects AS220's properties in Providence, removing their tax liability under the state's existing exemption framework.
Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill exempts AS220's property from taxes, reducing state revenue and creating a tax break, aligning with 'oppose' indicators of tax cuts.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingExempts AS220's housing properties from taxes, reducing operational costs for affordable housing provider.90% confidence
Meghan Kallman (D)
signed · Rhode Island · House Jun 24, 2026

HR 7031: JOINT RESOLUTION CREATING A SPECIAL LEGISLATIVE COMMISSION TO STUDY SAFE STAFFING RATIOS IN HOSPITALS

Creates a 15-member joint commission to study and provide recommendations regarding safe staffing ratios in hospitals, and who would report back to the General Assembly by September 1, 2027, and expire on January 30, 2028.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareCreates commission to study hospital staffing ratios, aiming to improve patient safety and care quality through evidence-based recommendations, directly advancing healthcare standards.85% confidence
Deb Fellela (D) Pat Serpa (D) Marie Hopkins (R) Mary Messier (D) Raymond Hull (D)
signed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 24, 2026

SB 2123: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- PROPERTY SUBJECT TO TAXATION

SB 2123 exempts the real and tangible personal property of the Blackstone Valley Advocacy Center in Pawtucket from local property taxes. This targeted exemption applies specifically to the center's buildings and physical assets used for its operations. The bill amends existing tax law to add this organization to the list of entities eligible for property tax exemptions. It does not create new tax policy or affect other properties or organizations.
Bob Britto (D) Jonathon Acosta (D) Meghan Kallman (D) Lori Urso (D)
signed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 24, 2026

SB 2073: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- PROPERTY SUBJECT TO TAXATION

SB 2073 exempts Community MusicWorks' real and tangible personal property (such as buildings and equipment) in Providence from local property taxes. This targeted exemption adds the nonprofit arts organization to Rhode Island's list of tax-exempt entities under Chapter 44-3. The bill amends existing tax law to specifically include Community MusicWorks, directly affecting its property tax obligations. The change applies only to this organization and its physical assets in Providence.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExempts nonprofit arts org from property taxes, providing targeted tax relief under tax law per bill's amendment to Chapter 44-3.90% confidence
Sam Bell (D)
signed · Rhode Island · House Jun 24, 2026

HB 7122: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- PROPERTY SUBJECT TO TAXATION

HB 7122 would exempt Community MusicWorks' buildings and equipment in Providence from local property taxes. This bill directly affects the nonprofit organization by removing its tax obligation for property owned within the city. Key provisions cover both real property (like buildings) and tangible personal property (such as instruments and furniture). The exemption would apply to all property owned by Community MusicWorks in Providence, eliminating a financial burden for the organization.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExempts nonprofit property from local taxes, providing tax relief and reducing financial burden for community organization.95% confidence
Enrique Sanchez (D)
vetoed · Rhode Island · House Jun 24, 2026

HB 7183: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- BUILDING BENCHMARKING AND REPORTING ACT OF 2026

HB 7183 requires owners of large Rhode Island buildings (25,000+ gross square feet) to annually track and report energy use, water consumption, and greenhouse gas emissions using the ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager tool. Buildings over 50,000 sq ft must report starting May 15, 2028, while those between 25,000-49,999 sq ft begin reporting May 15, 2030. The Office of Energy Resources will collect this data, publish it publicly to increase market transparency, and host annual information sessions for building owners. Exemptions are available for unoccupied properties, ongoing demolition, or lack of energy service during the reporting year.
Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyMandates energy benchmarking for large buildings to drive efficiency gains, using ENERGY STAR data transparency to promote reduced energy use and emissions.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentMandates GHG emissions tracking for large buildings, promoting transparency and data-driven environmental protection under climate action framework.95% confidence
Terri Cortvriend (D) Susan Donovan (D) Lauren Carson (D) Jennifer Boylan (D) Kathleen Fogarty (D)
vetoed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 24, 2026

SB 2260: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- BUILDING BENCHMARKING AND REPORTING ACT OF 2026

SB 2260 requires owners of large Rhode Island buildings (25,000+ gross square feet) to annually report energy and water usage data using the ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager tool. Buildings over 50,000 sq ft must start reporting by May 15, 2028, while those between 25,000-49,999 sq ft begin in 2030. The law mandates reporting of metrics like energy use intensity, greenhouse gas emissions, and compliance status to the Office of Energy Resources, which will publish this data publicly. This affects commercial, residential, and campus properties, aiming to increase transparency about building energy performance without imposing new energy efficiency standards.
Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyMandates energy use reporting for large buildings to improve efficiency and track emissions, aligning with energy efficiency goals and climate targets.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentMandates GHG emissions reporting for large buildings, promoting transparency and climate action through data-driven environmental accountability.95% confidence
Bob Britto (D) Meghan Kallman (D) Lammis Vargas (D) Bridget Valverde (D) Alana DiMario (D)
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