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RI H7707
Joint Resolution
Status
2/11/2026
Primary Sponsor
Nathan Biah
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AI Summary
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Appropriates $800,000 from the state treasury for fiscal year 2026-2027 to provide operational support for WaterFire Providence, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit arts organization
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WaterFire Providence presents bonfire events on three rivers in downtown Providence, drawing nearly one million visitors annually and generating an estimated $151,305,940 in annual economic output
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The organization generates over $11,945,205 in direct state tax revenue annually and supports approximately 1,300 jobs
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WaterFire operates the WaterFire Arts Center, a 37,000 square foot multi-use arts venue at 475 Valley Street opened in May 2017
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The organization runs youth development programs including ArtLab@WaterFire for BIPOC youth and the WaterFire Accelerate program for artists under 30
Legislative Description
JOINT RESOLUTION MAKING AN APPROPRIATION OF $800,000 TO WATERFIRE PROVIDENCE (This resolution would authorize the appropriation of the sum of $800,000 to WaterFire Providence.)
Last Action
Introduced, referred to House Finance
2/11/2026