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RI H7597
Joint Resolution
Status
2/6/2026
Primary Sponsor
David Morales
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AI Summary
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Appropriates $200,000 from the general treasury for fiscal year 2026-2027 to the Rhode Island Black Business Association (RIBBA)
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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
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Organization's membership and services are open to all Rhode Islanders regardless of ethnicity, race, gender, abilities, socioeconomic status, or sexual orientation
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RIBBA is 100% funded through government grants, corporate grants, and public support
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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