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RI Revenue Soars: Budget Surplus Tops $200 Million
9 May
Summary
- Rhode Island revenue collections exceeded projections, adding over $200 million.
- Personal income, corporate, and insurance taxes significantly beat expectations.
- Officials acknowledge strong revenues but caution about economic challenges.
Despite widespread recession warnings and rising unemployment, Rhode Island's state revenue collections have significantly outpaced projections. State budget writers now anticipate having over $200 million more available than previously forecast for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026. This upward revision is attributed to strong performance in personal income tax, corporate tax, and insurance tax collections.
Officials have acknowledged these positive revenue results, with Senate President Valarie Lawson noting the need to support residents impacted by federal cuts and the potential negative effects of high oil prices. New House Speaker Christopher Blazejewski echoed these sentiments, emphasizing that while welcome, the strong revenue figures are juxtaposed against longer-term challenges facing the state.
