Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7810: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- STATE TAX OFFICIALS
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 7810 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 12, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- STATE TAX OFFICIALS. Primary sponsor: Joseph Solomon (Democratic), Stephen Casey (Democratic), Mia Ackerman (Democratic), Tom Noret (Democratic), Cherie Cruz (Democratic), Pat Serpa (Democratic), Deb Fellela (Democratic), Carol McEntee (Democratic), Mary Ann Shallcross-Smith (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 8, 2026): 04/08/2026 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.
Caps delinquent tax interest rate at 12%. Prohibits audits beyond 3 years from date of tax filing, 7 years for fraudulent filings, and in no event beyond 10 years from date of filing or required filing date, whichever is later.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 9
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joseph Solomon | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 22 |
| Stephen Casey | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 50 |
| Mia Ackerman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 45 |
| Tom Noret | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 25 |
| Cherie Cruz | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 58 |
| Pat Serpa | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 27 |
| Deb Fellela | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 43 |
| Carol McEntee | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 33 |
| Mary Ann Shallcross-Smith | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 46 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 04/08/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 04/03/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/08/2026)
- 02/12/2026 Introduced, referred to House Finance