Rhode Island · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
HB 6290: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- WEALTH TAX
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 6290 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on April 30, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- WEALTH TAX. Primary sponsor: Edith Ajello (Democratic), Rebecca Kislak (Democratic), Teresa Tanzi (Democratic), Jennifer Stewart (Democratic), Joshua Giraldo (Democratic), Cherie Cruz (Democratic), Megan Cotter (Democratic), Brandon Potter (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 21, 2025): 05/21/2025 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.
Imposes a wealth tax on Rhode Island individuals and entities at a rate of one percent (1%) of worldwide wealth.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 8
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edith Ajello | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 1 |
| Rebecca Kislak | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 4 |
| Teresa Tanzi | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 34 |
| Jennifer Stewart | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 59 |
| Joshua Giraldo | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 56 |
| Cherie Cruz | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 58 |
| Megan Cotter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 39 |
| Brandon Potter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 16 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 05/21/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 05/16/2025 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/21/2025)
- 04/30/2025 Introduced, referred to House Finance