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6/20/2025
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Leader Ciccone issues statement on Providence tax levy legislation
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STATE HOUSE – Majority Leader Frank A. Ciccone III (D-Dist. 7, Providence, Johnston) has issued the following statement regarding legislation approved today by the General Assembly (2025-S 1041, 2025-H 6162) permitting the City of Providence a one-year levy cap for fiscal year 2026 not to exceed 8 percent:
“It is extremely unfortunate that the Mayor and City Council have effectively backed the General Assembly, and especially the members of the Providence delegation, against a wall. Their approval of a city budget that relies on state action to increase revenue was irresponsible, and the additional burden this approach will place on local taxpayers – so many of whom are already struggling – is deplorable. Ultimately, as a member of the community and public official representing the city, I cannot ignore the near certainty of devastating cuts and severe negative impacts for everyone in Providence without the action that is being requested. As a result, I have reluctantly supported this legislation regarding a one-time allowance for a tax levy increase in fiscal 2026. Going forward, it is my unequivocal expectation that the Mayor and City Council will do everything possible to limit the additional burden placed on the people of Providence, both in fiscal 2026 and in the years to come.”
For more information, contact:
Greg Pare, Director of Communications for the Senate
State House Room 112
Providence, RI 02903
(401) 276-5558
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