Rhode Island · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
HB 5194: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- PROPERTY TAX RELIEF
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 5194 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on January 24, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- PROPERTY TAX RELIEF. Primary sponsor: Brandon Potter (Democratic), David Morales (Democratic), Casimiro, Matthew Dawson (Democratic), David Bennett (Democratic), Kathleen Fogarty (Democratic), June Speakman (Democratic), Susan Donovan (Democratic), Tina Spears (Democratic), Megan Cotter (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 24, 2025): 04/24/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Increases the income range up to $50,000 and tax credit up to $850, for elderly and disabled persons who own or rent their homes.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 9
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brandon Potter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 16 |
| David Morales | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 7 |
| Casimiro | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Matthew Dawson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 65 |
| David Bennett | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 20 |
| Kathleen Fogarty | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 35 |
| June Speakman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 68 |
| Susan Donovan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 69 |
| Tina Spears | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 36 |
| Megan Cotter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 39 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 04/24/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 04/18/2025 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/24/2025)
- 01/24/2025 Introduced, referred to House Finance