Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2031: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- PROPERTY TAX RELIEF
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 2031 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on January 9, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- PROPERTY TAX RELIEF. Primary sponsor: Pam Lauria (Democratic), Melissa Murray (Democratic), Mark McKenney (Democratic), Victoria Gu (Democratic), Bridget Valverde (Democratic), Alana DiMario (Democratic), Stefano Famiglietti (Democratic), Frank Ciccone (Democratic), Lou DiPalma (Democratic), Linda Ujifusa (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 12, 2026): 05/12/2026 Committee heard.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Increases the income range up to fifty thousand dollars ($50,000) and tax credit up to eight hundred fifty dollars ($850), for elderly and disabled persons who own or rent their homes.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pam Lauria | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 32 |
| Melissa Murray | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 24 |
| Mark McKenney | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 30 |
| Victoria Gu | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 38 |
| Bridget Valverde | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 35 |
| Alana DiMario | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 36 |
| Stefano Famiglietti | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 4 |
| Frank Ciccone | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 7 |
| Lou DiPalma | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 12 |
| Linda Ujifusa | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 11 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 05/12/2026 Committee heard
- 05/08/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/12/2026)
- 01/09/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Finance