H7248

Reinstates general revenue sharing of state aid among the 39 cities and towns in Rhode Island. The initial amount is based upon population, and increased annually thereafter based on the increase in the Consumer Price Index for all Urban Consumers.

Introduced·1/21/26
Introduced Text

Rhode Island H7248 reinstates general revenue sharing of state aid among the 39 cities and towns in Rhode Island, based on population and adjusted.

Rhode Island H7248 reinstates general revenue sharing of state aid among the 39 cities and towns in Rhode Island. The initial amount is based on population, with annual increases tied to the Consumer Price Index for all Urban Consumers. The bill specifies the allocation method, ensuring that no city or town receives more than 145% of the average per capita statewide amount of the annual appropriation for state aid to cities and towns. The total amount of aid is determined by appropriation, with specific amounts set for fiscal years 2000 through 2009. The act takes effect upon passage.

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Where it stands

Current
Finance Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

DD
2
0
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Apr 8

12:00 AM

House Finance Hearing

History

Apr 8

House

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

Apr 3

House

Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/08/2026)

Jan 21

House

Introduced, referred to House Finance