Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 8193: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- REAL ESTATE CONVEYANCE TAX
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 8193 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 -- REAL ESTATE CONVEYANCE TAX. Primary sponsor: Edith Ajello (Democratic), Jason Knight (Democratic), Rebecca Kislak (Democratic), Brandon Potter (Democratic), Jennifer Stewart (Democratic), Jenni Furtado (Democratic), Cherie Cruz (Democratic), Jennifer Boylan (Democratic), Teresa Tanzi (Democratic), Michelle McGaw (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 29, 2026): 04/29/2026 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 municipality to set its own conveyance tax rate for residential properties sold in excess of $900,000.00 at $10 per $500. Provides collected taxes to be in a restricted account and distributed within 2 years for affordable housing.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edith Ajello | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 1 |
| Jason Knight | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 67 |
| Rebecca Kislak | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 4 |
| Brandon Potter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 16 |
| Jennifer Stewart | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 59 |
| Jenni Furtado | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 64 |
| Cherie Cruz | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 58 |
| Jennifer Boylan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 66 |
| Teresa Tanzi | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 34 |
| Michelle McGaw | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 71 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 04/29/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 04/24/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/29/2026)
- 02/27/2026 Introduced, referred to House Finance