Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2442: AN ACT RELATING TO PROPERTY -- FIRST-TIME HOME BUYER SAVINGS PROGRAM ACT
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 2442 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on February 6, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO PROPERTY -- FIRST-TIME HOME BUYER SAVINGS PROGRAM ACT. Primary sponsor: Melissa Murray (Democratic), Ana Quezada (Democratic), Brian Thompson (Democratic), Pete Appollonio (Democratic), Lou DiPalma (Democratic), Gordon Rogers (Republican), Tiara Mack (Democratic), Thomas Paolino (Republican). 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.
Establishes the first-time home buyer savings program act. Allows modifications to federal adjusted gross income for $50,000 in contributions and $150,000 of interest and dividends included in federal adjusted gross income.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 6 · Republican 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Melissa Murray | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 24 |
| Ana Quezada | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 2 |
| Brian Thompson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 20 |
| Pete Appollonio | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 29 |
| Lou DiPalma | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 12 |
| Gordon Rogers | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 21 |
| Tiara Mack | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 6 |
| Thomas Paolino | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 17 |
“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)
- 02/06/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Finance