Rhode Island H7691 fixes the state's contribution to public libraries at 25% of local appropriations for fiscal year 2027.

Rhode Island H7691 mandates that the state's contribution to public libraries be set at 25% of the amount appropriated by cities or towns in their budgets for fiscal year 2027. This bill amends the state aid to libraries, ensuring that the state's share is based on local tax revenues and private endowments that supplement municipal appropriations. The bill emphasizes the importance of public libraries in education and community support, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. The act takes effect immediately upon passage.

Rhode Island H7691 fixes the state's contribution to public libraries at 25% of local appropriations for fiscal year 2027.

Rhode Island H7691 mandates that the state's contribution to public libraries be set at 25% of the amount appropriated by cities or towns in their budgets for fiscal year 2027. This bill amends the state aid to libraries, ensuring that the state's share is based on local tax revenues and private endowments that supplement municipal appropriations. The bill emphasizes the importance of public libraries in education and community support, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. The act takes effect immediately upon passage.