Rhode Island 2025 Regular Session

Rhode Island House Bill H5270

Introduced
1/31/25  
Refer
1/31/25  
Report Pass
3/4/25  
Engrossed
3/20/25  
Refer
3/21/25  
Report Pass
4/3/25  
Enrolled
5/22/25  

Caption

Exempts from taxation the real and tangible personal property of the Friends of Little Compton Wellness Center, Inc.

Impact

If enacted, H5270 would specifically alter the existing statutes regarding property subject to taxation in Rhode Island. It would add the Friends of Little Compton Wellness Center, Inc. to the list of entities and properties exempt from property taxes, which could potentially influence how similar non-profit organizations approach funding and operational costs. This could lead to a shift in local government revenue, as the exemption would reduce the taxable property base within the area where the wellness center operates.

Summary

House Bill 5270, introduced by Representative Michelle E. McGaw, seeks to exempt the real and tangible personal property of the Friends of Little Compton Wellness Center, Inc. from property taxation. This legislation is part of a broader effort to provide financial relief to organizations operating in the health and wellness sector, particularly those that are non-profit and community-focused. The bill aims to support the sustainability of such organizations by alleviating their financial burdens associated with property taxes.

Contention

The discussions surrounding the bill were likely to raise points of contention regarding the implications of granting tax exemptions to non-profit organizations. Critics may argue that excessive tax exemptions can place a financial strain on local governments, limiting their ability to provide necessary public services. Conversely, proponents contend that supporting non-profits, especially those involved in health and wellness, is vital for community health and should be encouraged through tax relief. The debate may also touch on the criteria for tax exemptions and whether they are being applied equitably across various sectors of non-profit organizations.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

RI H7755

Exempts from taxation the real and tangible personal property of the Little Compton Game Club.

RI S2588

Exempts from taxation the real and tangible personal property of the Little Compton Game Club.

RI H7535

Exempts from taxation the real and tangible personal property of the Providence Preservation Society.

RI S2362

Exempts from taxation the real and tangible personal property of the Providence Preservation Society.

RI S3067

Exempts from taxation the real and tangible personal property of the Providence Preservation Society.

RI H7061

Exempts from taxation the real and tangible personal property of the Johnnycake Center Realty Corporation, a domestic nonprofit corporation, located in South Kingstown.

RI S2092

Exempts from taxation the real and tangible personal property of the Johnnycake Center Realty Corporation, a domestic nonprofit corporation, located in South Kingstown.

RI H7242

Exempts the Center for Mediation and Collaboration Rhode Island from taxation of the real property and tangible personal property located at 831 Bald Hill Road in the city of Warwick.

RI S3037

Exempts the Center for Mediation and Collaboration Rhode Island from taxation of the real property and tangible personal property located at 831 Bald Hill Road in the city of Warwick.

RI H7753

Exempts the tangible personal property of Northwest Community Health Care d/b/a WellOne Primary Medical and Dental Care from taxation.

Similar Bills

RI S2762

Exempts from taxation the real and tangible personal property of St. Elizabeth's Home, a Rhode Island domestic nonprofit corporation, located in East Greenwich, Warwick, and Providence, Rhode Island.

RI S0497

Exempts from taxation the real and tangible personal property of the Center for Southeast Asians.

RI H6233

Exempts from taxation the real and tangible personal property of the Center for Southeast Asians.

RI S0498

Exempts from taxation the non-commercial real and tangible personal property of Southside Community Land Trust, a Rhode Island domestic nonprofit corporation, located in Providence, Rhode Island.

RI S0844

Exempts from taxation the real and tangible personal property of the Friends of Little Compton Wellness Center, Inc.

RI S0799

Exempts from taxation the real and tangible personal property of Codac, Inc., a Rhode Island nonprofit domestic corporation, located at 45 Royal Little Drive in Providence, Rhode Island.

RI H5699

Exempts from taxation the real and tangible personal property of Codac, Inc., a Rhode Island nonprofit domestic corporation, located at 45 Royal Little Drive in Providence, Rhode Island.

RI H6348

Exempts from taxation the real and tangible personal property of Blackstone Valley Advocacy Center located in the city of Pawtucket.