Rising costs are outpacing retirement. Social Security taxes make it worse.

Eliminating the state tax on Social Security, as 42 other states have already done encourages residents to age in place and remain active members of their communities. Thousands of Rhode Islanders have signed a petition urging lawmakers to add Rhode Island to the list.

By: Catherine Taylor

Outlets: Rhode Island Current

Published: May 21, 2026

Words: 611

Last Updated: 1 month, 1 week ago

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Rhode Islanders have spoken: They want the state tax on Social Security eliminated. This week, AARP Rhode Island presented a petition with 5,200 signatures to General Assembly leaders. Rhode Islanders demand that this unfair tax be eliminated. Here is why:

By the time Rhode Islanders reach their early 60s, most are no longer climbing a career ladder. They are trying to stay afloat.

For older adults, today’s cost of living bears little resemblance to …

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