Budget & Taxes

signed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 19, 2026

SB 2810: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- TAX PREPARERS ACT OF 2013

This bill, titled the Tax Preparers Act of 2013, establishes rules and penalties for tax return preparers in the state, specifically targeting those who act as "ghost preparers" or intentionally mislead clients. It defines a ghost preparer as someone who prepares tax returns without properly identifying themselves or complying with federal identification requirements, and clarifies who qualifies as a tax return preparer under state law. The legislation requires all preparers to sign returns with their Preparer Tax Identification Number and prohibits them from facilitating ghost preparation activities. Penalties range from $500 to $10,000 depending on the severity of violations, including willful fraud or misleading taxpayers, and the tax administrator may suspend or revoke a preparer's license for noncompliance. Additionally, the bill mandates that the tax administrator publish a list of preparers whose privileges have been suspended or revoked.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill strengthens tax system integrity by regulating preparers and preventing fraud, promoting fiscal responsibility and government accountability.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

signed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 19, 2026

SB 2815: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- STATE TAX OFFICIALS

Extends the timeframe for the division of taxation to review nonresident contractor cases and provide a specific penalty for noncompliance with the statute's withholding requirements.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill strengthens tax enforcement by extending review timeframes for nonresident contractors and adding penalties for noncompliance, improving fiscal accountability.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

signed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 19, 2026

SB 2674: AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF PROVIDENCE TO ISSUE NOT TO EXCEED $25,000,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS AND NOTES TO FUND THE PROVIDENCE HOUSING TRUST FUND TO FINANCE AFFORDABLE MULTI-FAMILY HOUSING PROJECTS IN THE CITY

Authorizes the city of Providence to issue not more than $25,000,000 in general obligation bonds and notes to fund the providence housing trust fund to finance affordable multi-family housing projects in the city.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAuthorizes $25M in bonds to fund affordable housing projects, directly allocating public funds for essential housing services under fiscal management.92% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingFunds affordable multi-family housing projects via $25M bond issuance for Providence Housing Trust Fund, directly advancing affordable housing development.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

signed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 19, 2026

SB 2209: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- HEALTH AND SAFETY OF PUPILS

Amends the composition of the Rhode Island school safety committee by adding an additional member who is a representative from the Rhode Island school Resource officer Association.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesMandates $1M annual appropriation for school security, directly funding essential program. Clear fiscal commitment to government spending.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

signed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 18, 2026

SB 2453: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- LEVY AND ASSESSMENT OF LOCAL TAXES

SB 2453 allows cities and towns to create programs waiving interest on overdue property taxes for commercial properties. To qualify, taxpayers must own the commercial property for five years, provide written proof of timely tax payments for five years, and request the waiver within two years of the overdue bill. The waiver is capped at $500 per request, and local tax collectors must issue written decisions with appeal options to city councils. This bill enables local governments to adopt ordinances implementing this relief, directly affecting commercial property owners who fall behind on quarterly tax payments.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides tax relief via interest waivers for commercial properties, directly impacting tax assessment policies and reducing tax burden for qualifying owners.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

signed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 12, 2026

SB 3087: AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF CENTRAL FALLS TO FINANCE THE CONSTRUCTION, RENOVATION, IMPROVEMENT, ALTERATION, REPAIR, FURNISHING AND EQUIPPING OF SCHOOLS AND SCHOOL FACILITIES IN THE CITY BY THE ISSUANCE OF NOT MORE THAN $25,000,000 BONDS, NOTES AND/OR OTHER EVIDENCES OF INDEBTEDNESS THEREFOR

Authorizes the City of Central Falls to issue bonds and notes in an amount not exceeding $25,000,000 to finance the construction, renovation, improvement, alteration, repair furnishing and equipping of schools and school facilities in the city.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill authorizes $25M in bonds to fund school construction and renovation, directly increasing public education infrastructure funding.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill authorizes $25M in bonds to finance construction, renovation, and improvement of schools and school facilities, directly strengthening school infrastructure.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 11, 2026

SB 3327: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- OFFICE OF INSPECTOR GENERAL

Establishes the office of inspector general to investigate the management and operation of agencies in an effort to prevent and deter fraud, waste, abuse and mismanagement in the expenditure of public funds.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill promotes fiscal responsibility by establishing an office to prevent fraud, waste, and abuse in public fund expenditures.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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signed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 11, 2026

SB 3186: AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE TOWN OF JAMESTOWN TO FUND AFFORDABLE HOUSING PROJECTS AND TO ISSUE NOT MORE THAN $3,000,000 BONDS AND NOTES THEREFOR

Proposes a bond measure to authorize the Town of Jamestown to issue up to three million dollars ($3,000,000) in general obligation bonds, subject to voter approval, to support affordable housing projects in Jamestown.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill authorizes issuance of $3M in bonds to fund affordable housing, directly increasing public funding for essential services.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill authorizes funding via bonds to support affordable housing projects, directly advancing the topic.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 11, 2026

SB 2823: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- PERSONAL INCOME TAX

Establishes a child tax credit in the amount of three hundred thirty dollars ($330) for eligible taxpayers adjusted for inflation annually commencing January 1, 2027.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes a child tax credit providing direct financial relief to families, which aligns with tax relief and supports lower/middle income households.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 11, 2026

SB 2452: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- BUILDING OPPORTUNITIES IN OUT-OF-SCHOOL TIME

SB 2452 allocates $100,000 in the 2026-2027 budget to support mental health and emotional well-being for children in out-of-school time (OST) programs serving K-12 students across Rhode Island. The bill provides funds for staff training in trauma-informed practices, peer support groups, culturally responsive materials, and wellness-focused activities within community-based after-school and summer programs. Eligible programs must use funds flexibly to address local needs while prioritizing high-need communities and geographic diversity. The Rhode Island Afterschool Network will administer the grants through a competitive process and submit annual reports on program reach and outcomes.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates $100,000 from 2026-2027 budget to fund mental health services in after-school programs, directly advancing public service funding under budget appropriations.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationAllocates $100k for mental health support in K-12 after-school programs, enhancing student well-being and access to educational resources through trauma-informed training and culturally responsive materials.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareAllocates $100k for mental health services in after-school programs, funding trauma-informed training and wellness activities to improve youth mental health access.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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