Rhode Island · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
HB 5759: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- PERSONAL INCOME TAX
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 5759 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 -- PERSONAL INCOME TAX. Primary sponsor: Michelle McGaw (Democratic), Bill O'Brien (Democratic), Raymond Hull (Democratic), Scott Slater (Democratic), Katie Kazarian (Democratic), Anthony DeSimone (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 20, 2025): 05/20/2025 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.
Allows a deduction from federal adjusted gross income for interest payments on outstanding student loans.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 6
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Michelle McGaw | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 71 |
| Bill O'Brien | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 54 |
| Raymond Hull | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 6 |
| Scott Slater | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 10 |
| Katie Kazarian | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 63 |
| Anthony DeSimone | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 5 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 05/20/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 05/16/2025 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/20/2025)
- 02/26/2025 Introduced, referred to House Finance