Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2808: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- LEVY AND ASSESSMENT OF LOCAL TAXES -- TAX DEFERRAL PROGRAM
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 2808 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on March 4, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- LEVY AND ASSESSMENT OF LOCAL TAXES -- TAX DEFERRAL PROGRAM. Primary sponsor: John Burke (Democratic), Frank Ciccone (Democratic), Thomas Paolino (Republican), Brian Thompson (Democratic), Lori Urso (Democratic), Gordon Rogers (Republican), Walter Felag (Democratic), Elaine Morgan (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 a property tax deferral program for senior citizens, disabled persons or veterans.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 5 · Republican 3
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Burke | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 9 |
| Frank Ciccone | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 7 |
| Thomas Paolino | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 17 |
| Brian Thompson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 20 |
| Lori Urso | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 8 |
| Gordon Rogers | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 21 |
| Walter Felag | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 10 |
| Elaine Morgan | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 34 |
“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)
- 03/04/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Finance