Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 8190: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- ESTATE AND TRANSFER TAXES -- LIABILITY AND COMPUTATION
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 8190 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 27, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- ESTATE AND TRANSFER TAXES -- LIABILITY AND COMPUTATION. Primary sponsor: Jon Brien (Independent), Sam Azzinaro (Democratic), Brandon Voas (Democratic), Stephen Casey (Democratic), Marie Hopkins (Republican), Paul Santucci (Republican), Brian Newberry (Republican), Tom Noret (Democratic), Doc Corvese (Democratic), Bob Phillips (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 21, 2026): 05/21/2026 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.
Increase the estate exemption to $5,000,000 for January 1, 2027, $7,500,000 for January 1, 2029, $10,000,000 for January 1, 2031. This act would eliminate the estate tax for decedents whose death occurs on or after January 1, 2033.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 6 · Independent 1 · Republican 3
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jon Brien | Primary sponsor | Independent | House | 49 |
| Sam Azzinaro | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 37 |
| Brandon Voas | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 57 |
| Stephen Casey | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 50 |
| Marie Hopkins | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 21 |
| Paul Santucci | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 53 |
| Brian Newberry | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 48 |
| Tom Noret | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 25 |
| Doc Corvese | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 55 |
| Bob Phillips | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 51 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 05/21/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 05/15/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/21/2026)
- 02/27/2026 Introduced, referred to House Finance