Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 8196: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- SALES AND USE 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 8196 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 -- SALES AND USE TAXES -- LIABILITY AND COMPUTATION. Primary sponsor: Stephen Casey (Democratic), Pat Serpa (Democratic), Karen Alzate (Democratic), Doc Corvese (Democratic), Dick Fascia (Republican), Brandon Potter (Democratic), Matthew Dawson (Democratic), Jackie Baginski (Democratic), Tom Noret (Democratic), Earl Read (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 7, 2026): 05/07/2026 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.
Exempts from sales tax the amount paid for a parking space to a patron for one hour or less, in or on a parking facility on which a commercial establishment is located.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 9 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stephen Casey | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 50 |
| Pat Serpa | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 27 |
| Karen Alzate | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 60 |
| Doc Corvese | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 55 |
| Dick Fascia | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 42 |
| Brandon Potter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 16 |
| Matthew Dawson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 65 |
| Jackie Baginski | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 17 |
| Tom Noret | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 25 |
| Earl Read | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 26 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 05/07/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 05/01/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/07/2026)
- 02/27/2026 Introduced, referred to House Finance