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signed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 29, 2024

SB 2552: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- PROPERTY SUBJECT TO TAXATION

This bill grants a property tax exemption to the tangible personal property of Northwest Community Health Care, also known as WellOne Primary Medical and Dental Care. The legislation amends the state's property tax laws to specifically exclude this healthcare provider's assets from taxation, effective January 1, 2024. By adding this entity to the list of exempt organizations, the bill ensures that the business will not be required to pay property taxes on its equipment and other movable assets. The measure was passed by both the Senate and the House and became law without the Governor's signature.
Gordon Rogers (R)
signed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 29, 2024

SB 2154: AN ACT RELATING TO FISH AND WILDLIFE -- BIRDS

This bill permits hunters to use crossbows to harvest wild turkeys, provided they follow rules set by the Department of Environmental Management. While the law generally prohibits taking wild birds with crossbows or other specific weapons, it creates a specific exception for wild turkeys. The change applies only to wild turkeys and does not affect the rules for hunting other types of birds.
Jessica de la Cruz (R) Thomas Paolino (R) Anthony DeLuca (R) Gordon Rogers (R) Frank Ciccone (D)
signed · Rhode Island · House Jun 29, 2024

HB 7730: AN ACT RELATING TO FISH AND WILDLIFE -- BIRDS

HB 7730 amends state laws to permit hunters to use crossbows for harvesting wild turkeys, provided they follow rules set by the Department of Environmental Management. While the bill maintains existing restrictions on using crossbows for other types of birds, it specifically carves out an exception for wild turkeys within the section that lists prohibited hunting methods. This change directly affects turkey hunters who wish to use crossbows instead of traditional shotguns or bows. The legislation ensures that any use of crossbows remains subject to specific regulations regarding when and how they can be used.
Mike Chippendale (R) David Bennett (D)
signed · Rhode Island · House Jun 29, 2024

HB 7109: AN ACT RELATING TO TOWNS AND CITIES -- REDEVELOPMENT PROJECTS

This bill expands a tax exemption for redevelopment projects to include the city of Central Falls, joining Providence and Pawtucket in this benefit. Under the new rule, real property acquired by redevelopment agencies in Central Falls will not be taxed unless the city council specifically passes an ordinance to allow it. This change applies immediately upon the bill's passage and affects only the specific real estate projects designated for redevelopment within the city.
Karen Alzate (D) Scott Slater (D) Cherie Cruz (D) Bill O'Brien (D) Brandon Potter (D)
signed · Rhode Island · House Jun 29, 2024

HB 8094: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- HEALTH AND SAFETY OF PUPILS

HB 8094 temporarily waives Rhode Island's requirement that half of the grain servings in public school meals be whole grain. This change applies to all elementary, middle, and high schools for a two-year period ending on August 29, 2026, allowing schools to serve grains that do not meet the whole grain standard while still receiving federal reimbursement. The bill also mandates that school administrators report the number of meals served under this waiver to state officials by September 1, 2026. While the state's usual health standards for competitive foods remain in place, this specific provision relaxes the whole grain rule to provide schools with more flexibility in their meal planning during the specified timeframe.
Justine Caldwell (D) Robert Craven (D) Raymond Hull (D)
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