Rhode Island · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
SB 27: 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 27 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on January 23, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- PROPERTY TAX RELIEF. Primary sponsor: Jonathon Acosta (Democratic), Walter Felag (Democratic), Frank Ciccone (Democratic), David Tikoian (Democratic), Val Lawson (Democratic), Bridget Valverde (Democratic), Dawn Euer (Democratic), Ryan Pearson (Democratic), Lou DiPalma (Democratic), Linda Ujifusa (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 20, 2025): 05/20/2025 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.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jonathon Acosta | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 16 |
| Walter Felag | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 10 |
| Frank Ciccone | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 7 |
| David Tikoian | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 22 |
| Val Lawson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 14 |
| Bridget Valverde | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 35 |
| Dawn Euer | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 13 |
| Ryan Pearson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 19 |
| 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
- 05/20/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 05/16/2025 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/20/2025)
- 01/23/2025 Introduced, referred to Senate Finance