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H8313

Submits the state's 2026 capital development program requesting the issuance of general obligation bonds totaling $217,000,000 for approval of the electorate at the general election to be held in November 2026.

Introduced·3/18/26
Introduced Text

Rhode Island proposes a $217 million bond issuance for higher education capital improvements.

Rhode Island H8313 proposes a $217 million bond issuance for higher education capital improvements. The funds will support the construction of the University of Rhode Island Integrated Health Building, RIC Adams Library Renovations, CCRI Workforce Innovation Center, and the Office of Post Secondary Advanced Composites Program. The bonds will be approved by the electorate at the November 2026 general election. The proceeds will be used for construction, equipment, and other necessary improvements.

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Where it stands

Current
Finance Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

DDD
3
0
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Apr 30

12:00 AM

House Finance Hearing

History

Apr 30

House

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

Apr 24

House

Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/30/2026)

Mar 18

House

Introduced, referred to House Finance