Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7703: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- PUBLIC SERVICE CORPORATION TAX
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 7703 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 11, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- PUBLIC SERVICE CORPORATION TAX. Primary sponsor: Bill O'Brien (Democratic), Evan Shanley (Democratic), Marie Hopkins (Republican), Tom Noret (Democratic), Stephen Casey (Democratic), Jon Brien (Independent), Pat Serpa (Democratic), Deb Fellela (Democratic), Greg Costantino (Democratic), Charlene Lima (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (June 2, 2026): 06/02/2026 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.
Suspends the gross earnings tax on electric and gas companies until January 1, 2036.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 8 · Independent 1 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bill O'Brien | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 54 |
| Evan Shanley | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 24 |
| Marie Hopkins | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 21 |
| Tom Noret | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 25 |
| Stephen Casey | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 50 |
| Jon Brien | Primary sponsor | Independent | House | 49 |
| Pat Serpa | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 27 |
| Deb Fellela | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 43 |
| Greg Costantino | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 44 |
| Charlene Lima | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 14 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 06/02/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 05/30/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (06/02/2026)
- 02/11/2026 Introduced, referred to House Finance