Rhode Island · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
SB 656: AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- RHODE ISLAND TAX AMNESTY ACT OF 2017
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SB 656 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 -- RHODE ISLAND TAX AMNESTY ACT OF 2017. Primary sponsor: Jake Bissaillon (Democratic), Frank Ciccone (Democratic), Bob Britto (Democratic), Andrew Dimitri (Democratic), Jessica de la Cruz (Republican), Gordon Rogers (Republican), Todd Patalano (Democratic), Brian Thompson (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 13, 2025): 05/13/2025 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.
Authorizes the tax administrator to waive interest and penalties on delinquent taxes paid in full during a one week amnesty period. Also reinstates a suspended driver’s license upon payment in full.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 6 · Republican 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jake Bissaillon | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 1 |
| Frank Ciccone | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 7 |
| Bob Britto | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 18 |
| Andrew Dimitri | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 25 |
| Jessica de la Cruz | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 23 |
| Gordon Rogers | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 21 |
| Todd Patalano | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 26 |
| 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
- 05/13/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 05/09/2025 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/13/2025)
- 03/07/2025 Introduced, referred to Senate Finance