Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2557: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- PROPERTY SUBJECT TO TAXATION
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 2557 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on February 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- PROPERTY SUBJECT TO TAXATION. Primary sponsor: John Burke (Democratic), Pete Appollonio (Democratic), Stefano Famiglietti (Democratic), Bob Britto (Democratic), Lou Raptakis (Democratic), David Tikoian (Democratic), Matt LaMountain (Democratic), Todd Patalano (Democratic), Frank Ciccone (Democratic), Andrew Dimitri (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (February 13, 2026): 02/13/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Finance.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Exempts a single-family, primary residence, owned by a taxpayer, who is at least sixty-five (65) years old, and has been a Rhode Island resident for at least forty (40) years. It also excludes multi-family and income-producing properties.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Burke | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 9 |
| Pete Appollonio | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 29 |
| Stefano Famiglietti | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 4 |
| Bob Britto | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 18 |
| Lou Raptakis | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 33 |
| David Tikoian | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 22 |
| Matt LaMountain | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 31 |
| Todd Patalano | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 26 |
| Frank Ciccone | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 7 |
| Andrew Dimitri | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 25 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 02/13/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Finance