H7597

JOINT RESOLUTION MAKING AN APPROPRIATION OF $200,000 TO THE RHODE ISLAND BLACK BUSINESS ASSOCIATION (Authorizes the appropriation of the sum of $200,000 to the Rhode Island Black Business Association.)

Introduced·2/6/26
Introduced Text

Rhode Island H7597 authorizes a $200,000 appropriation to the Rhode Island Black Business Association.

Rhode Island H7597 authorizes the appropriation of $200,000 to the Rhode Island Black Business Association. This funding aims to support the association's efforts in business development, entrepreneurship training, business advocacy, contracting, workforce development, and access to capital. The association, formed in 2011, serves entrepreneurs, business owners, and employers in Rhode Island, including those of all sizes and backgrounds. The state controller is directed to draw orders upon the general treasurer for the payment of this sum upon receipt of properly authenticated vouchers.

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Current
Finance Committee
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Committee decision

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Calendar

May 7

12:00 AM

House Finance Hearing

History

May 7

House

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

May 1

House

Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/07/2026)

Feb 6

House

Introduced, referred to House Finance