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Rhode Island House Bill H8004

Rhode Island 2024 Regular Session

Rhode Island House Bill H8004

Introduced
3/5/24  

Caption

JOINT RESOLUTION MAKING AN APPROPRIATION OF $500,000 TO GLORIA GEMMA FOUNDATION (This resolution would appropriate the sum of $500,000 to the Gloria Gemma Fountain.)

Impact

This appropriation is particularly significant as Rhode Island has the highest incidence of breast cancer diagnoses in the United States, indicating a dire need for comprehensive support and resources for affected individuals. Gloria Gemma Foundation not only provides psychological and spiritual assistance but also financial support to patients experiencing hardships due to their conditions. The bill underscores the state's acknowledgment of the importance of cancer support and its commitment to enhancing community health services.

Summary

House Bill H8004 is a joint resolution that proposes an appropriation of $500,000 to the Gloria Gemma Breast Cancer Resource Foundation. The foundation has an established reputation for providing support and rehabilitation services to cancer patients and survivors in Rhode Island. The bill seeks to support its ongoing programs which focus on emotional, physical, and spiritual healing through innovative and compassionate care.

Contention

While there may not be notable points of contention reported in the discussions surrounding H8004, the allocation of state funds to nonprofit organizations can sometimes stir debates regarding funding priorities. Supporters argue that investing in cancer support programs yields positive outcomes in community health, while critics may question the fiscal responsibility of state appropriations to private organizations. Ultimately, the bill aims to ensure that survivorship resources remain accessible to all individuals impacted by cancer in Rhode Island.

Latest RI H8004 Activity

View All Events: RI 2024 Regular Session H8004

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

RI H5816

Joint Resolution Making An Appropriation Of $2,500,000 To The Haus Of Codec (this Resolution Would Authorize The Appropriation Of The Sum Of $2,500,000 To The Haus Of Codec.)

RI H6124

Joint Resolution Making An Appropriation Of $2,000,000 To The Rhode Island Food Bank (this Resolution Would Authorize The Appropriation Of The Sum Of $2,000,000 To The Rhode Island Community Food Bank.)

RI H5405

Joint Resolution Making An Appropriation Of $200,000 To The Brain Injury Association Of Rhode Island (biari) (this Joint Resolution Would Authorize The Appropriation Of The Sum Of $200,000 To The Brian Injury Association Of Rhode Island (biari).)

RI H6210

Joint Resolution Making An Appropriation Of $500,000 To Waterfire Providence (authorizes The Appropriation Of The Sum Of $500,000 To Waterfire Providence.)

RI H6243

Joint Resolution Making An Appropriation Of $738,088 To Rhode Island College (this Resolution Would Authorize The Appropriation Of The Sum Of $738,088 To Rhode Island College To Fund Rhode Island College Hsi Status And Student Supports.)

RI S0774

Joint Resolution Making An Appropriation Of $738,088 To Rhode Island College (this Resolution Would Authorize The Appropriation Of The Sum Of $738,088 To Rhode Island College To Fund Rhode Island College Hsi Status And Student Supports.)

RI H5217

House Resolution Extending Deepest Sympathy On The Passing Of The Honorable Alfred Alberto Gemma

RI H6125

Joint Resolution Making An Appropriation Of $750,000 To The Rhode Island School For Progressive Education Over Three Fiscal Years (this Joint Resolution Would Authorize The Appropriation Of The Total Sum Of $750,000 To The Rhode Island School Of Progressive Education, A Period Of Over Three Fiscal Years, To Be Distributed In Three (3) Equal Installments.)

RI H6277

Joint Resolution Making An Appropriation Of $500,000 To The Office Of Healthy Aging For Grants To Fund The Aging And Disability Resource Center Network (this Resolution Would Authorize The Appropriation Of $500,000 To The Office Of Healthy Aging To Support The Aging And Disability Resource Center To Provide Long-term Supports And Services Modernization Efforts.)

RI S0271

Joint Resolution Making An Appropriation Of $1,000,000 To The Rhode Island Council For The Humanities For Direct Grant Funding To Community Cultural Organizations Throughout Rhode Island (this Resolution Would Authorize The Appropriation Of The Sum Of $1,000,000 To The Rhode Island Council For The Humanities To Continue Efforts To Support Local Cultural Organizations Throughout The State.)

Similar Bills

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