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RI H8023
Bill
Status
2/27/2026
Primary Sponsor
Deborah Fellela
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AI Summary
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Authorizes Johnston town council to exempt a specified dollar amount of real and/or personal property from taxation for qualified residents through ordinance or resolution
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Eligible categories include veterans of war, unmarried spouses of veterans, 100% disabled veterans with service-connected disabilities, and veterans who were prisoners of war
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Extends eligibility to persons who are 100% disabled under Social Security Act provisions, blind individuals, and gold star parents
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Covers seniors aged 65 and over, as well as individuals aged 62-64 who are receiving social security benefits
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Permits Johnston town council to require verification of qualifications for exemptions as deemed necessary
Legislative Description
Authorizes the Johnston town council to set tax exemption limit to an amount determined by the city council via ordinance or resolution for qualified individuals defined in the act.
Taxation
Last Action
Introduced, referred to House Municipal Government & Housing
2/27/2026