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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passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 11, 2026

SR 2676: JOINT RESOLUTION MAKING AN APPROPRIATION OF $150,000 TO THE MAIN STREET RHODE ISLAND PROGRAM

This bill proposes allocating $150,000 in funding to the Main Street Rhode Island Program, which supports local businesses and community revitalization efforts across the state. The appropriation would provide financial resources to the program's existing initiatives aimed at strengthening main street areas and small businesses. The legislation is currently in its early stages, having been introduced and referred to the Senate Finance Committee for review. No specific details about how the funds will be distributed or managed are included in the current text.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates $150,000 to Main Street Rhode Island Program, funding a public initiative under budget appropriations.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 11, 2026

SB 2365: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- PERSONAL INCOME TAX

This bill amends Rhode Island's personal income tax code to remove the age limit for modifying Social Security income, allowing residents of all ages to exclude these funds from their taxable income. The legislation also updates tax calculations to include new federal provisions, such as taxing forgiven Paycheck Protection Program loans over $250,000 and adjusting how tuition savings program withdrawals are handled. By aligning state tax rules with recent federal changes, the bill ensures that residents pay state taxes on income that is no longer exempt under federal law.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesIncreases tax threshold for social security/retirement income, providing relief to lower/middle-income retirees. Directly modifies tax calculation to reduce taxable income without defunding or increasing burdens.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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signed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 10, 2026

SB 3261: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- PROPERTY SUBJECT TO TAXATION -- VETERANS' EXEMPTIONS -- TOWN OF EXETER

Creates an exemption from property taxes in the amount of $5,000 for any veteran of the military or naval service of the United States who is to be totally disabled through a service-connected disability in the town of Exeter.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides property tax relief for disabled veterans, directly reducing tax burden on a specific group.90% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill creates a $5,000 property tax exemption for totally disabled veterans, directly expanding financial benefits.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 10, 2026

SB 3182: AN ACT RELATING TO AGRICULTURE AND FORESTRY -- FORESTRY AND FOREST PARITY ACT

Establishes sales and use tax exemptions for commercial forest product operations and creates a new motor vehicle registration for "forestry vehicles".

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides tax exemptions for commercial forest operations, reducing tax burden on specific industries and promoting fiscal relief.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 10, 2026

SB 2450: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- REAL ESTATE CONVEYANCE TAX

Requires that the tax imposed upon the conveyance of any real property that is located in more than one municipality to be allocated between or among the municipalities in proportions to the assessed value of the property located in each municipality.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates real estate conveyance tax revenue proportionally to municipal assessed values, promoting equitable fiscal management within state tax systems.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 9, 2026

SB 2444: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- SALES AND USE TAXES -- LIABILITY AND COMPUTATION

SB 2444 exempts scalp hair prosthetics or wigs necessary due to medical hair loss from state sales tax. This directly affects individuals with medical conditions requiring such prosthetics, making them more affordable. The bill amends the sales tax code to explicitly include "prosthetic devices" under tax-exempt medical items, aligning with existing exemptions for similar durable medical equipment. The change creates a clear policy update to reduce financial burden for this specific medical need.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExempts medical prosthetics from sales tax, providing direct tax relief for individuals with medical conditions, aligning with tax exemption policies for durable medical equipment.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareExempts medical hair prosthetics from sales tax, reducing out-of-pocket costs for patients with medical conditions requiring such devices, aligning with tax exemptions for durable medical equipment.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 9, 2026

SB 2370: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- RHODE ISLAND TAX AMNESTY ACT OF 2017

Authorizes the tax administrator to waive interest and penalties on delinquent taxes paid in full during a one week amnesty period. Also reinstates a suspended driver’s license upon payment in full.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesWaives interest/penalties to boost tax revenue collection during amnesty period, strengthening state budget through increased tax compliance.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 5, 2026

SB 2847: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- STATE TAX OFFICIALS

Caps delinquent tax interest rate at 12%. Prohibits audits beyond 3 years from date of tax filing, 7 years for fraudulent filings, and in no event beyond 10 years from date of filing or required filing date, whichever is later.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill caps interest rates and limits audit periods, reducing excessive state revenue collection and protecting taxpayers from prolonged financial burdens.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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