H8271

JOINT RESOLUTION MAKING AN APPROPRIATION OF $1,000,000 TO 401 TECH BRIDGE TO STUDY AND EXPLORE SEAGLIDERS IN RHODE ISLAND (Makes an appropriation of $1,000,000 to 401 Tech Bridge to study and explore seagliders.)

Introduced·3/11/26
Introduced Text

Rhode Island H8271 allocates $1,000,000 to 401 Tech Bridge for studying and exploring seagliders.

Rhode Island H8271 makes an appropriation of $1,000,000 to 401 Tech Bridge to study and explore seagliders. Seagliders are all-electric, passenger-carrying vehicles designed for coastal routes, aiming to support Rhode Island's Blue Economy. The initiative seeks to eliminate carbon emissions, expand job training, and provide sustainable travel options. The Rhode Island Seaglider Initiative (RISI) collaborates with 401 Tech Bridge to assess the feasibility of seagliders, ensuring local benefits and economic growth.

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Where it stands

Current
Finance Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

DD
2
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Apr 29

12:00 AM

House Finance Hearing

History

Apr 29

House

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

Apr 24

House

Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/29/2026)

Mar 11

House

Introduced, referred to House Finance