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S.2825

JOINT RESOLUTION MAKING AN APPROPRIATION OF $5,000,000 TO THE RHODE ISLAND PUBLIC TRANSIT AUTHORITY (Authorizes the appropriation of the sum of five million dollars ($5,000,000) to the RI Public Transit Authority to continue services, hire and train more bus operators, and implement the State's Act on Climate goals.)

Introduced·3/4/26
Introduced Text

Rhode Island S2825 authorizes a $5,000,000 appropriation to the Rhode Island Public Transit Authority to maintain services, hire and train more bus.

Rhode Island S2825 authorizes the appropriation of $5,000,000 to the Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA). This funding aims to ensure the continuation of public transportation services across the state, address the shortage of bus operators by increasing wages and benefits, and support the implementation of the state's Act on Climate goals. The resolution highlights the importance of public transportation in building communities, creating jobs, and promoting a cleaner environment.

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Where it stands

Current
Finance Committee
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

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7
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

Senate Committee on Finance: Be held for further study

6 Yea

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0 Nay

4 Absent

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Calendar

Apr 2

12:00 AM

Senate Finance Hearing

History

Apr 2

Senate

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

Mar 27

Senate

Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/02/2026)

Mar 4

Senate

Introduced, referred to Senate Finance