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RI S2558

Joint Resolution

Status

Introduced

2/13/2026

Primary Sponsor

Jacob Bissaillon

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

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

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

  • Funding supports RIBBA's services to entrepreneurs, business owners, and employers throughout Rhode Island

  • RIBBA's programs are open to all Rhode Islanders regardless of ethnicity, race, gender, abilities, socioeconomic status, or sexual orientation

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

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 Senate Finance

2/13/2026

Committee Referrals

Finance2/13/2026

Full Bill Text

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