2024 Regular SessionRhode Island Legislature

H8191: Removes the exemption from taxation granted to Bryant University located in Smithfield, RI subjecting the university to full taxation unless, the university and the town of Smithfield reach an agreement on payment in lieu of taxes on or before 6/30/24.

Legislative Summary

TAXATION -- PROPERTY SUBJECT TO TAXATION - Removes the exemption from taxation granted to Bryant University located in Smithfield, RI subjecting the university to full taxation unless, the university and the town of Smithfield reach an agreement on payment in lieu of taxes on or before 6/30/24.

Bill History

4/24/2024
Introduced, referred to House Municipal Government & Housing
House of Representatives
5/31/2024
Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (06/04/2024)
House of Representatives
6/4/2024
Committee recommended measure be held for further study
House of Representatives
6/8/2024
Scheduled for consideration (06/11/2024)
House of Representatives
6/11/2024
Committee recommended indefinite postponement
House of Representatives

Status Information

Current Status
Introduced(4/24/2024)
Chamber
House of Representatives
Sine DiePrior Session

Sponsors

Republican: 1
Democrat: 1

Primary Sponsor

Brian Rea
Brian Rea
Republican

Documents

Introduced
Bill Text4/24/2024178.2 KB