Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 8408: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- HISTORIC PRESERVATION TAX CREDITS 2013
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 8408 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on April 3, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- HISTORIC PRESERVATION TAX CREDITS 2013. Primary sponsor: Katie Kazarian (Democratic), Karen Alzate (Democratic), Stephen Casey (Democratic), Joshua Giraldo (Democratic), Scott Slater (Democratic), Jay Edwards (Democratic), Arthur Handy (Democratic), Edith Ajello (Democratic), Lauren Carson (Democratic), June Speakman (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.
Increases historic tax credit to 30%, and up to 35%, depending on the amount of rental area available for multi-family housing, affordable rental units and units sold as affordable housing.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Katie Kazarian | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 63 |
| Karen Alzate | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 60 |
| Stephen Casey | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 50 |
| Joshua Giraldo | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 56 |
| Scott Slater | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 10 |
| Jay Edwards | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 70 |
| Arthur Handy | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 18 |
| Edith Ajello | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 1 |
| Lauren Carson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 75 |
| June Speakman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 68 |
“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)
- 04/03/2026 Introduced, referred to House Finance