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SB 183

AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- PERSONAL INCOME TAX

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Jake Bissaillon and 4 co-sponsors

Rhode Island bill SB 183 proposes modifications to personal income tax; specific provisions pending committee review and full text disclosure.

02/07/2025 Introduced, referred to Senate Finance
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Bill Summary · SB 183

Legislative bill overview

SB 183 is a Rhode Island bill relating to personal income tax that was introduced in February 2025. The bill has been referred to the Senate Finance Committee but specific provisions have not yet been publicly detailed in available legislative records. Without access to the bill's full text, the exact nature of the proposed tax changes—whether they involve rate modifications, deduction adjustments, or other income tax provisions—cannot be determined.

Why is this important

Personal income tax changes directly affect Rhode Island residents' take-home pay and state revenues. Any modification to income tax policy has broad budgetary implications for both individual households and the state's ability to fund services like education, healthcare, and infrastructure.

Potential points of contention

  • Tax burden distribution: Whether changes disproportionately affect lower, middle, or higher-income earners
  • State revenue impact: Whether the bill reduces tax revenue and how that affects state spending and budget balance
  • Competitive positioning: How Rhode Island's tax rates compare to neighboring states and whether changes influence resident retention or business location decisions

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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