Rhode IslandH56452025 Regular SessionHouseWALLET

AN ACT RELATING TO COURTS AND CIVIL PROCEDURE -- PROCEDURE GENERALLY -- LEVY AND SALE ON EXECUTION .

Sponsored By: Matthew S. Dawson (Democratic)

Signed by Governor

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Bill Overview

Analyzed Economic Effects

1 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.

College savings get protection from debt collection

Effective upon passage, the law protects your qualifying 529 college savings from court-ordered seizure to pay debts. It covers account balances, rights, and interests in any state's qualifying prepaid tuition or tuition savings program. Protection does not cover amounts subject to court orders for divorce, separate maintenance, or child support. Excess contributions under federal tax law and their related earnings are also excluded.

Sponsors & Cosponsors

Sponsor

Matthew S. Dawson
Democratic • House

Cosponsors

There are no cosponsors for this bill.

Roll Call Votes

All Roll Calls

Yes: 65 • No: 0

House vote • 5/22/2025

LEVY AND SALE ON EXECUTION PASSAGE