Budget & Taxes

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 | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✗ Opposes Budget & Taxes

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 | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✗ Opposes Budget & Taxes

signed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 18, 2026

SB 2787: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- ESTABLISHMENT OF CHARTER PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Bars the council from granting approval to create or expand a charter school beginning operations in 26-27 school year and bars the state from approving or appropriating funds to a new charter school not approved before July 1, 2025.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill restricts charter school funding and approvals, limiting state appropriations for new charter schools starting in 2026-27.75% confidence ✗ EducationOpposes EducationBill restricts charter school creation and funding, limiting educational access and options for students and families85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✗ Opposes Budget & Taxes

passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 11, 2026

SB 2555: AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- THE SUPPORT AND ACCESS TO BILINGUAL EDUCATION ACT

This bill establishes a new fund within the Rhode Island Department of Elementary and Secondary Education to support bilingual education programs in public schools. The primary mechanism is a grant program that provides financial assistance to school districts, community organizations, and universities for planning and implementing dual language instruction models, particularly in areas with high numbers of multilingual learners. Additionally, the legislation creates a strategy to increase the number of certified bilingual teachers by streamlining certification processes and funding professional development. Eligible recipients must adhere to specific high-quality standards and focus on developing curricula and staffing plans that serve students in both English and their home languages.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates $950,000 for bilingual education support fund, increasing public education funding under state budget allocation.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationAllocates $950,000 to establish bilingual education support fund, directly funding access to language programs in K-12 schools per bill summary.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Budget & Taxes

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passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 11, 2026

SB 2667: AN ACT RELATING TO HUMAN SERVICES -- THE RHODE ISLAND WORKS PROGRAM--RHODE ISLAND CHILD CARE IS ESSENTIAL ACT

SB 2667, the "Rhode Island Childcare Is Essential Act," would expand eligibility for Rhode Island's state childcare assistance program to align with federal standards. This change would directly affect low-income working families who currently may not qualify for state childcare subsidies under current rules. The key mechanism is adjusting the state's income and asset thresholds to match the federal benchmark, potentially allowing more families to access subsidized childcare. The bill aims to increase access to affordable childcare for working parents without adding new state costs.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExpands state childcare subsidies, increasing government spending on essential services for low-income families.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationExpands childcare assistance for low-income working families, removing a barrier to educational access by enabling parental employment and stable childcare for children.85% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentExpands childcare subsidies for low-income working families, enabling continued employment and reducing financial barriers to work.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Budget & Taxes

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passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 9, 2026

SB 2086: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- SALES AND USE TAXES -- LIABILITY AND COMPUTATION

Exempts from the sales tax firearm safety equipment, storage devices, gun safes, gun cabinets, gun vaults, gun cases, strong boxes, cable locks, trigger locks and biometric locks.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesExempts firearm safety items from sales tax, reducing state revenue and weakening budget management through tax reduction.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✗ Opposes Budget & Taxes

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passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 5, 2026

SB 2360: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- CIGARETTE, OTHER TOBACCO PRODUCTS, AND ELECTRONIC NICOTINE-DELIVERY SYSTEM PRODUCTS

Reduces the cigarette tax imposed by 75% for any modified risk tobacco product as defined in § 21 U.S.C. 387 k as a tobacco product sold/distributed to reduce the harm/risk of tobacco-related disease associated with commercially marketed tobacco products.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill reduces cigarette tax by 75% for specific tobacco products, decreasing state tax revenue. This weakens tax collection, aligning with 'oppose' stance on Budget & Taxes.90% confidence ✗ HealthcareOpposes HealthcareBill reduces cigarette tax on tobacco products, potentially increasing consumption and conflicting with public health efforts to reduce tobacco-related diseases.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✗ Opposes Budget & Taxes

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passed · Rhode Island · Senate May 29, 2026

SB 3077: AN ACT RELATING EDUCATION -- THE EDUCATION EQUITY AND PROPERTY TAX RELIEF ACT

Specifies that pre-k programs for three (3) – and four (4) – years olds be added to programs to increase access to voluntary, free, high-quality pre-kindergarten programs.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill expands pre-k programs for 3-4 year olds, indicating increased funding for education services and public programs75% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill expands access to free pre-kindergarten programs for 3-4 year olds, directly enhancing early education access and quality.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Budget & Taxes

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