Bill > H5307

This bill modifies Rhode Island state law to give the Providence City Council more flexibility in setting tax exemptions for certain groups of residents. Specifically, the bill removes previously fixed dollar amounts for tax exemptions for veterans, disabled individuals, gold star parents, seniors, and other specified groups, and instead allows the city council to determine the exemption amount through an ordinance or resolution. The bill maintains the existing categories of individuals eligible for tax exemptions, which include veterans of war, unmarried veteran spouses, totally disabled veterans, individuals with 100% disability (as determined by Social Security or other government programs), blind persons, gold star parents, veterans who were prisoners of war, seniors aged 65 and over, and those aged 62-64 receiving social security benefits. The city council is also permitted to establish verification processes to ensure individuals qualify for these exemptions. By removing the fixed dollar amounts, the bill gives the Providence City Council more discretion to adjust tax exemptions based on current economic conditions and local needs.

Housing and Urban Affairs

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