Budget & Taxes

died · Rhode Island · House Apr 28, 2026

HB 7239: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- CITY OF PROVIDENCE: TRANSFER OF PORTION OF STATE INCOME TAXES OF NEW EMPLOYEES OF NOT-FOR-PROFIT HEALTH CARE INSTITUTIONS AND EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS

Provides that a portion of state income taxes from employees working at not-for-profit healthcare institutions, health service institutions, and educational institutions be allocated to the city of Providence.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesRedirects state income tax revenue from specific employees to fund Providence city services, increasing local government funding allocation through tax reallocation.95% confidence

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died · Rhode Island · House May 12, 2026

HB 7466: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- RHODE ISLAND INDIVIDUAL MARKET AFFORDABILITY ACT OF 2026

Enacts the RI individual market affordability act of 2026 to establish a program to help reduce out-of-pocket costs for low- and moderate-income consumers enrolled in individual health insurance coverage through the RI health benefits exchange.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesEstablishes state-funded program to reduce health insurance costs for low/moderate-income residents, increasing government spending on public health affordability.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareReduces out-of-pocket costs for low/moderate-income individuals in state exchange plans, directly advancing affordability and access per bill summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance

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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

Sub-Topics Sales Tax

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died · Rhode Island · Senate Apr 30, 2026

SB 2251: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- ESTATE AND TRANSFER TAXES -- LIABILITY AND COMPUTATION

SB 2251 eliminates Rhode Island's estate tax by repealing Chapter 44-22 of the General Laws, which previously imposed taxes on decedents' estates. This bill directly affects Rhode Island residents whose estates would have been subject to state estate tax upon death, removing their obligation to pay this tax. The key mechanism is the complete repeal of the existing estate tax code, including all tax rate brackets (ranging from 2% to 9%) and specific deductions outlined in the repealed chapter. As a result, estates passing through Rhode Island will no longer face state-level taxation on transfers following a death.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill eliminates estate tax, reducing state tax revenue and weakening tax collection mechanisms per repeal of Chapter 44-22.95% confidence

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in committee · Rhode Island · Senate Apr 28, 2026

SR 2237: JOINT RESOLUTION MAKING AN APPROPRIATION OF $3,000,000 TO THE RHODE ISLAND FOOD BANK

This bill appropriates $3 million from the state treasury for fiscal year 2026-2027 to the Rhode Island Food Bank. It directly supports the Food Bank’s 137 member agencies across Rhode Island, which serve communities facing heightened food insecurity. The resolution responds to rising demand (over 102,000 people using pantries in November 2025) and the loss of $9.5 million in federal SNAP benefits affecting up to 32,000 residents. The funds will be paid via state vouchers to the Food Bank as needed, supplementing reduced federal support. This is a funding measure, not a new policy.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates $3M from state treasury to fund food bank services addressing food insecurity, directly supporting essential public program through budget allocation.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations

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died · Rhode Island · Senate May 28, 2026

SB 2096: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- SALES AND USE TAXES -- LIABILITY AND COMPUTATION

Exempts the trade-in value of pickup trucks under eight thousand eight hundred pounds (8,800 lbs.) gross weight, used exclusively for personal use, from sales tax.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExempts trade-in value of light pickup trucks from sales tax, providing tax relief per indicators.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Sales Tax

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in committee · Rhode Island · House Jan 28, 2026

HB 7385: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION - AGREEMENT TO PHASE OUT CORPORATE INCENTIVES COMPACT ACT

Establishes a compact agreement among at least two (2) states to prohibit the selective use of subsidies to an existing specific industry or company, entice relocation from one state to another state or to open a new facility.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill explicitly restricts corporate tax incentives and prohibits selective subsidies, opposing targeted tax breaks that could distort fiscal management.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Business Taxes Tax Incentives

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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

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died · Rhode Island · Senate May 28, 2026

SB 2372: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- SALES AND USE TAXES -- LIABILITY AND COMPUTATION

SB 2372 eliminates the sales tax on taxi services (including limousines and ride-hailing services) and pet care services (like grooming or boarding) in Rhode Island. This change directly affects businesses providing these services, removing their obligation to collect and remit sales tax on those specific offerings. The bill amends tax definitions to explicitly exclude these services from the list of taxable activities under Rhode Island's sales tax code. The policy change takes effect immediately upon the bill's passage.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill eliminates sales tax on taxi/pet care services, providing tax relief by reducing tax burden on specified services per summary.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Sales Tax

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passed · Rhode Island · Senate May 6, 2026

SB 2420: AN ACT RELATING TO MILITARY AFFAIRS AND DEFENSE -- NATIONAL GUARD

SB 2420 allows Rhode Island National Guard members in good standing to use their state tuition assistance benefits for their dependents. Dependents enrolled in the Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System (DEERS) can receive tuition waivers for up to five courses per semester at any Rhode Island state college or university. The program is funded up to $100,000 annually per fiscal year, requires a one-year military service commitment for each 12 course credits used, and mandates that both the Guard member and dependent maintain good academic standing. Failure to meet service or academic requirements may trigger repayment of benefits.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates $100,000 annually for tuition waivers, directly increasing state spending on a specific program.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationProvides tuition waivers for military dependents at state colleges, expanding access to higher education through state-funded benefits.85% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransProvides tuition waivers for dependents of National Guard members, expanding educational benefits for military families tied to veterans' support programs.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education Student Financial Aid Military Families National Guard & Reserve Veteran Education

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