Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2238: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- PERSONAL INCOME TAX
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 2238 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on January 23, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- PERSONAL INCOME TAX. Primary sponsor: John Burke (Democratic), Mark McKenney (Democratic), Victoria Gu (Democratic), Jonathon Acosta (Democratic), Jake Bissaillon (Democratic), Pam Lauria (Democratic), Alana DiMario (Democratic), Frank Ciccone (Democratic), Val Lawson (Democratic), Melissa Murray (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 30, 2026): 04/30/2026 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.
Creates an additional tax rate of 3% on taxable income over $640,000 in 2026 dollars. Applies to tax years 2027 and thereafter and not retroactively.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Burke | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 9 |
| Mark McKenney | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 30 |
| Victoria Gu | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 38 |
| Jonathon Acosta | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 16 |
| Jake Bissaillon | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 1 |
| Pam Lauria | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 32 |
| Alana DiMario | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 36 |
| Frank Ciccone | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 7 |
| Val Lawson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 14 |
| Melissa Murray | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 24 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 04/30/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 04/24/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/30/2026)
- 01/23/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Finance