H7504

Establishes the catastrophe savings account act.

Introduced·2/4/26
Introduced Text

Establishes the Catastrophe Savings Account Act to allow Rhode Island taxpayers to save for qualified catastrophe expenses.

The Catastrophe Savings Account Act establishes a savings account for Rhode Island taxpayers to save for qualified catastrophe expenses, such as deductibles and uninsured damages from events like windstorms and floods. Contributions are tax-deductible, and distributions used for qualified catastrophe expenses are tax-exempt. The account limit is $250,000 or the fair market value of the primary residence, whichever is less. The act takes effect on July 1, 2026, and applies to taxable years beginning on or after January 1, 2027.

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Where it stands

Current
Finance Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Calendar

May 7

12:00 AM

House Finance Hearing

History

May 7

House

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

May 1

House

Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/07/2026)

Feb 4

House

Introduced, referred to House Finance