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RI H8317
Joint Resolution
Status
3/18/2026
Primary Sponsor
Karen Alzate
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AI Summary
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Appropriates $5,000,000 from the general treasury to the Rhode Island Public Transit Authority for fiscal year 2026-2027
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Funds would address the FY2026 budget deficit and restore bus service cuts made in 2025
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Directs RIPTA to hire and train additional bus operators to address workforce shortages
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Prevents RIPTA from having to borrow against its own future capital funds to cover operating expenses
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Supports implementation of Rhode Island's Act on Climate goals through continued public transit service statewide
Legislative Description
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 Rhode Island Public Transit Authority to continue services, fills the budget deficit and restore service cuts, and implements the State's Act on Climate.)
Last Action
Committee recommended measure be held for further study
4/14/2026