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HB 8026·RI·house

AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- PROPERTY SUBJECT TO TAXATION

Signed into LawFiled Feb 27, 2026
Sponsor: Jay Edwards (D)
Latest Action

06/23/2026 Signed by Governor

Jun 23, 2026

Summary

The bill revises Rhode Island’s veterans’ property tax exemption, establishing a base $1,000 exemption and allowing higher limits for many municipalities. It applies to veterans (and their unmarried widows/widowers) who served honorably in listed conflicts and to local tax authorities that may adopt higher exemptions by ordinance. The changes aim to standardize benefits while giving towns flexibility to provide greater relief.

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