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Rhode Island House Bill H8351

Rhode Island 2022 Regular Session

Rhode Island House Bill H8351

Introduced
6/16/22  
Refer
6/16/22  
Report Pass
6/21/22  
Engrossed
6/22/22  
Enrolled
6/23/22  

Caption

Joint Resolution Making An Appropriation To Pay Certain Claims

Impact

If enacted, H8351 will allow for the appropriation of funds from the state treasury for the fiscal year 2022-2023, thereby ensuring that those impacted by government-related damages are compensated. The resolution's approval demonstrates the state's responsibility in addressing valid claims made against it, thereby establishing a precedent of accountability within state government operations.

Summary

House Bill 8351 is a joint resolution that addresses the appropriation of funds to settle certain claims against the state of Rhode Island for damages caused by a diseased tree and roadway defects. The bill specifically outlines claims filed by constituents against various representatives, detailing the amounts allocated to each claim. It underscores the legislative intent to compensate individuals for damages resulting from state-maintained properties and operations.

Contention

While there were no recorded nays during the voting process, potential points of contention surrounding H8351 may arise from how the state prioritizes claims and the broader implications of state financial liability. Different stakeholders may have various opinions on how much responsibility the state should assume for accidents caused by environmental or infrastructural factors, which this bill directly addresses.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

RI H8337

JOINT RESOLUTION MAKING AN APPROPRIATION TO PAY CERTAIN CLAIMS (Makes appropriation to pay certain claims.)

RI S3028

Joint Resolution Making An Appropriation To Pay Certain Claims

RI H6488

Joint Resolution Making An Appropriation To Pay Certain Claims (makes Appropriation To Pay Certain Claims.)

RI S1112

Joint Resolution Making An Appropriation To Pay Certain Claims (makes Appropriation To Pay Certain Claims.)

RI S3138

JOINT RESOLUTION MAKING AN APPROPRIATION TO PAY CERTAIN CLAIMS (Makes appropriation to pay certain claims.)

RI H5789

JOINT RESOLUTION MAKING AN APPROPRIATION OF $1,000,000 FOR THE MESHANTICUT LAKE PAVED WALKING PATH IN CRANSTON (Authorizes the appropriation of the sum of $1,000,000 for the Meshanticut Lake paved walking path in Cranston.)

RI H7452

Joint Resolution Making An Appropriation Of $500,000 To Mystic Aquarium For Expansion Of The Stem Advantage Program (this Resolution Would Authorize The Appropriation Of The Sum Of $500,000 To Expand The Stem Advantage Program.)

RI H7769

JOINT RESOLUTION MAKING AN APPROPRIATION OF $500,000 TO THE RI AFRICAN DIASPORA COMMUNITY (This resolution would authorize the appropriation of the sum of $500,000 to the RI African Diaspora Community.)

RI H6017

JOINT RESOLUTION MAKING AN APPROPRIATION OF $450,000 TO THE RHODE ISLAND FOOD BANK (This resolution would authorize the appropriation of the sum of $450,000 to the Rhode Island Food Bank.)

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.)

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.