Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7595: 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 7595 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 6, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- WEALTH TAX. Primary sponsor: Jose Batista (Democratic), Enrique Sanchez (Democratic), Rebecca Kislak (Democratic), Brandon Voas (Democratic), Joshua Giraldo (Democratic), Leo Felix (Democratic), Teresa Tanzi (Democratic), Michelle McGaw (Democratic), Karen Alzate (Democratic), Brandon Potter (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (February 6, 2026): 02/06/2026 Introduced, referred to House Finance.
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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 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jose Batista | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 12 |
| Enrique Sanchez | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 9 |
| Rebecca Kislak | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 4 |
| Brandon Voas | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 57 |
| Joshua Giraldo | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 56 |
| Leo Felix | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 61 |
| Teresa Tanzi | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 34 |
| Michelle McGaw | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 71 |
| Karen Alzate | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 60 |
| 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
- 02/06/2026 Introduced, referred to House Finance