S.2830

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

Introduced·3/4/26
Introduced Text

Rhode Island S2830 proposes issuing $217 million in bonds for higher education capital improvements.

Rhode Island S2830 seeks to authorize the issuance of $217 million in general obligation bonds for capital improvements in higher education. The proceeds will fund projects at the University of Rhode Island, Rhode Island College, and the Office of Post Secondary Advanced Composites Program. The bonds will be submitted to the electorate for approval at the November 2026 general election. If approved, the funds will be allocated for the construction of a new Integrated Health Building, library renovations, a workforce innovation center, and advanced composite manufacturing equipment.

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Where it stands

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In committee
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Sponsors

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Calendar

Mar 12

12:00 AM

Senate Finance Hearing

History

Mar 12

Senate

Committee heard

Mar 6

Senate

Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/12/2026)

Mar 4

Senate

Introduced, referred to Senate Finance