Rhode Island · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
HB 5697: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- LEVY AND ASSESSMENT OF LOCAL TAXES
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 5697 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 26, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- LEVY AND ASSESSMENT OF LOCAL TAXES. Primary sponsor: Stephen Casey (Democratic), Bob Phillips (Democratic), Jon Brien (Independent). Most recent recorded action (April 2, 2025): 04/02/2025 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.
Exempts certain cities and towns whose communities exceed the low and moderate income housing threshold from the tax of the previous year's gross scheduled rental income.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2 · Independent 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stephen Casey | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 50 |
| Bob Phillips | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 51 |
| Jon Brien | Primary sponsor | Independent | House | 49 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 04/02/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 03/28/2025 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/02/2025)
- 02/26/2025 Introduced, referred to House Municipal Government & Housing