Temporary Relief From The Gross Earnings Tax On Electricity and Gas application available

The Rhode Island Division of Taxation today informs utility companies that the gross earnings temporary relief application is now available. It can be found on the Division’s website on the dedicated Temporary Relief From The Gross Earnings Tax On Electricity and Gas page.

Details can be found in Advisory 2024-08.

Latest declaratory ruling

The Rhode Island Division of Taxation has posted its latest declaratory ruling. Ruling No. 2024-01 was issued after a taxpayer requested a ruling relating to the taxability of the charges for entertainment services provided by the company.

Contractors & Rhode Island Tax guide is now available

The Rhode Island Division of Taxation is committed to continuous improvement of the taxpayer experience. As part of this ongoing effort, the Division has created a guide for contractors and related businesses. The guide titled "Contractors & Rhode Island Tax” outlines tax responsibilities for contractors, answers common questions, and provides examples and extended guidance to help businesses comply with Rhode Island taxes.

Contractors & Rhode Island Tax A Guide for Businesses

Free tax preparation software is available for many taxpayers

The Rhode Island Division of Taxation, in partnership with the Free File Alliance, reminds taxpayers that many Rhode Islanders qualify for the Free File program. The program allows filers to use name-brand tax preparation software to prepare and file their state and federal income taxes at no cost.

More information is available in Advisory 2024-06. 

Guidance for taxpayers in Providence County affected by the storms, tornadoes, and flooding that began on September 10, 2023

The Rhode Island Division of Taxation urges taxpayers in Providence County affected by the storms, tornadoes, and flooding that began on September 10, 2023, to contact the Division if these disasters impact their ability to timely file their taxes.

More information is available in Advisory 2024-05.

Tax Preparers Targeted in New Scams

The Rhode Island Division of Taxation warns the tax preparer community of two dangerous scams targeting tax professionals.

Find details in Advisory 2024-04.

Rhode Island filing season starts January 29

The Rhode Island Division of Taxation announced today that the start of the Rhode Island tax-filing season will be January 29. For the benefit and convenience of taxpayers and tax preparers, the Rhode Island launch date will be the same as the federal launch date.

The Division's announcement about the Rhode Island filing season also includes information about business returns, the filing deadline, and withholding.

More information is available in Advisory 2024-03.