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RI H7597

Joint Resolution

Status

Introduced

2/6/2026

Primary Sponsor

David Morales

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Appropriates $200,000 from the general treasury for fiscal year 2026-2027 to the Rhode Island Black Business Association (RIBBA)

  • RIBBA, founded in 2011, advances business opportunities for Black-owned and minority businesses through entrepreneurship training, business advocacy, contracting, workforce development, and access to capital

  • Organization's membership and services are open to all Rhode Islanders regardless of ethnicity, race, gender, abilities, socioeconomic status, or sexual orientation

  • RIBBA is 100% funded through government grants, corporate grants, and public support

  • State controller is authorized to disburse funds upon receipt of properly authenticated vouchers

Legislative Description

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.)

Last Action

Introduced, referred to House Finance

2/6/2026

Committee Referrals

Finance2/6/2026

Full Bill Text

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