Prohibits RIPTA from using state funds or bond proceeds for work after August 1, 2026, on the Providence bus hub relocation project.

This bill prohibits the Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) from using state funds or the proceeds of any bond to pay for any work performed after August 1, 2026, related to the "transit center joint development project" request for proposals (RFP) and the preliminary services agreement. The project, which involves relocating the Providence bus hub, has faced opposition due to its projected cost of between $200,000,000 and $250,000,000.

Prohibits RIPTA from using state funds or bond proceeds for work after August 1, 2026, on the Providence bus hub relocation project.

This bill prohibits the Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) from using state funds or the proceeds of any bond to pay for any work performed after August 1, 2026, related to the "transit center joint development project" request for proposals (RFP) and the preliminary services agreement. The project, which involves relocating the Providence bus hub, has faced opposition due to its projected cost of between $200,000,000 and $250,000,000.