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RI H7662

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/11/2026

Primary Sponsor

Terri-Denise Cortvriend

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Middletown Town Council may establish by ordinance a property tax credit or exemption for any honorably discharged veteran regardless of when they served, eliminating the requirement that service occur during specific war periods or conflicts

  • Veterans with 100% service-connected total disability in Middletown become eligible for additional tax credits or exemptions on real and personal property, along with their unmarried widows or widowers

  • Former prisoners of war in Middletown may receive exemptions exceeding $25,000 in property value or an equivalent tax credit under town council ordinance

  • Totally disabled veterans who received VA "specially adapted housing" assistance may receive tax credits or exemptions on real property in Middletown

  • Act takes effect immediately upon passage

Legislative Description

Authorizes the town of Middletown to adopt by ordinance, a veterans’ property tax exemption to any veteran, who was honorably discharged, or discharged under conditions other than dishonorable, regardless of dates or periods of service.

Taxation

Last Action

Scheduled for consideration (03/17/2026)

3/13/2026

Committee Referrals

Municipal Government & Housing2/11/2026

Full Bill Text

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