Rhode Island · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
SB 845: AN ACT RELATING TO HUMAN SERVICES -- RHODE ISLAND MEALS ON WHEELS INC. FUND
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- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 845 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on March 19, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO HUMAN SERVICES -- RHODE ISLAND MEALS ON WHEELS INC. FUND. Primary sponsor: Todd Patalano (Democratic), Linda Ujifusa (Democratic), Lou DiPalma (Democratic), Jessica de la Cruz (Republican), Walter Felag (Democratic), Hanna Gallo (Democratic), Jake Bissaillon (Democratic), David Tikoian (Democratic), Val Lawson (Democratic), Lou Raptakis (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (June 10, 2025): 06/10/2025 Senate read and passed.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Provides for a tax refund deduction for contributions to the Meals on Wheels Inc. Fund commencing with tax year 2025.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 9 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Todd Patalano | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 26 |
| Linda Ujifusa | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 11 |
| Lou DiPalma | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 12 |
| Jessica de la Cruz | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 23 |
| Walter Felag | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 10 |
| Hanna Gallo | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 27 |
| Jake Bissaillon | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 1 |
| David Tikoian | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 22 |
| Val Lawson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 14 |
| Lou Raptakis | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 33 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 06/10/2025 Senate read and passed
- 06/05/2025 Placed on Senate Calendar (06/10/2025)
- 06/05/2025 Committee recommends passage
- 06/03/2025 Scheduled for consideration (06/05/2025)
- 05/29/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 05/23/2025 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/29/2025)
- 03/19/2025 Introduced, referred to Senate Finance