Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7162: 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 7162 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on January 16, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- PERSONAL INCOME TAX. Primary sponsor: Katie Kazarian (Democratic), Earl Read (Democratic), Joseph Solomon (Democratic), Carol McEntee (Democratic), Deb Fellela (Democratic), Pat Serpa (Democratic), Evan Shanley (Democratic), Robert Craven (Democratic), Casimiro. Most recent recorded action (April 16, 2026): 04/16/2026 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 modification to federal adjusted gross income for all public pension benefits administered by the Employees Retirement System of Rhode Island.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 8
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Katie Kazarian | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 63 |
| Earl Read | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 26 |
| Joseph Solomon | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 22 |
| Carol McEntee | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 33 |
| Deb Fellela | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 43 |
| Pat Serpa | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 27 |
| Evan Shanley | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 24 |
| Robert Craven | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 32 |
| Casimiro | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 04/16/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 04/10/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/16/2026)
- 01/16/2026 Introduced, referred to House Finance