AN ACT RELATING TO CORPORATIONS, ASSOCIATIONS AND PARTNERSHIPS -- RHODE ISLAND BUSINESS CORPORATION ACT -- THE RHODE ISLAND BUSINESS CLIMATE REFORM ACT
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What it does
Official summary
Adopts several concepts from other jurisdictions with the goal of promoting a stronger climate for business growth in Rhode Island, including a "Franchise Fee" in lieu of the corporation tax.
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More on this bill
Where it stands
Introduced
2Passed House
3Passed Senate
4To Governor
5Became Law
Looking ahead
No hearings or votes scheduled.
History
2026
Apr 2804/28/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further studyLatest
Apr 2404/24/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/28/2026)
Apr 1504/15/2026 Introduced, referred to House CorporationsIntroduced