Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2447: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- TAX CREDIT FOR FOOD DONATION
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SB 2447 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on February 6, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- TAX CREDIT FOR FOOD DONATION. Primary sponsor: David Tikoian (Democratic), Sam Zurier (Democratic), Jonathon Acosta (Democratic), Linda Ujifusa (Democratic), Dawn Euer (Democratic), Pam Lauria (Democratic), Melissa Murray (Democratic), Lou DiPalma (Democratic), Bridget Valverde (Democratic), Meghan Kallman (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 5, 2026): 05/05/2026 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.
Provides a tax credit for food donations by qualified taxpayers to nonprofit organizations up to five thousand dollars ($5,000) per year.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| David Tikoian | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 22 |
| Sam Zurier | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 3 |
| Jonathon Acosta | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 16 |
| Linda Ujifusa | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 11 |
| Dawn Euer | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 13 |
| Pam Lauria | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 32 |
| Melissa Murray | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 24 |
| Lou DiPalma | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 12 |
| Bridget Valverde | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 35 |
| Meghan Kallman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 15 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 05/05/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 05/01/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/05/2026)
- 02/06/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Finance