Rhode Island · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
SB 655: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- STATE TAX OFFICIALS
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 655 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on March 7, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- STATE TAX OFFICIALS. Primary sponsor: Gordon Rogers (Republican), Jessica de la Cruz (Republican), Ryan Pearson (Democratic), Todd Patalano (Democratic), Melissa Murray (Democratic), Elaine Morgan (Republican), Lammis Vargas (Democratic), Lou DiPalma (Democratic), David Tikoian (Democratic), Brian Thompson (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.
Caps delinquent tax interest rate at 12%. Prohibits audits beyond 3 years from date of tax filing, 7 years for fraudulent filings, and in no event beyond 10 years from date of filing or required filing date, whichever is later.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 7 · Republican 3
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gordon Rogers | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 21 |
| Jessica de la Cruz | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 23 |
| Ryan Pearson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 19 |
| Todd Patalano | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 26 |
| Melissa Murray | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 24 |
| Elaine Morgan | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 34 |
| Lammis Vargas | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 28 |
| Lou DiPalma | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 12 |
| David Tikoian | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 22 |
| Brian Thompson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 20 |
“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)
- 03/07/2025 Introduced, referred to Senate Finance