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RI S3016
Joint Resolution
Status
3/5/2026
Primary Sponsor
Jacob Bissaillon
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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 has operated for 30 years, presenting bonfire installations on three rivers in downtown Providence and drawing nearly one million visitors annually
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The event generates an estimated $151,305,940 in annual economic output and over $11,945,205 in direct state tax revenue, while supporting approximately 1,300 jobs
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The organization 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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WaterFire runs youth development programs including ArtLab@WaterFire for BIPOC community members 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 Senate Finance
3/5/2026