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RI S2422

Bill

Status

Engrossed

3/10/2026

Primary Sponsor

Dawn Euer

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Expands Jamestown's property tax exemption program for residents age 65 and older by adding a new income tier for taxpayers earning 220-240% of the federal poverty guideline, who would receive a 10% exemption

  • Maintains existing tiered exemption structure ranging from 20% to 60% based on income levels relative to federal poverty guidelines, with exemptions applied to the lesser of assessment cap or assessed valuation

  • Requires applicants to have been Jamestown residents for at least 5 years and to own and occupy the property as their primary residence

  • Excludes income-bearing properties, business properties, and residences used for professional practice from the exemption

  • Takes effect upon passage

Legislative Description

Authorizes the town of Jamestown to authorize, by ordinance, the expansion of the local tax exemption ordinance for seniors.

Taxation

Last Action

Referred to House Municipal Government & Housing

3/11/2026

Committee Referrals

Municipal Government & Housing3/11/2026
Housing and Municipal Government1/30/2026

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