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Rhode Island House Bill H7773

Rhode Island 2024 Regular Session

Rhode Island House Bill H7773

Introduced
2/28/24  

Caption

JOINT RESOLUTION MAKING AN APPROPRIATION OF $1,380,000 TO THE RHODE ISLAND STATE POLICE FOR THE OPERATION OF A STATE POLICE RECRUIT TRAINING ACADEMY (This resolution would authorize the appropriation of the sum of $1,380,000 to the Rhode Island State Police for the operation of a State Police recruit training academy.)

Impact

The passage of H7773 would allow the Rhode Island State Police to maintain and enhance its capacity for training new recruits, which is crucial given the challenges faced by police forces in today’s environment. By ensuring that recruits receive thorough training, the state hopes to improve the efficacy and quality of law enforcement across Rhode Island. The appropriation serves as part of a broader initiative to ensure that state police forces can operate effectively in fulfilling their responsibilities across both local and limited-access highway areas.

Summary

House Bill H7773 is a joint resolution that proposes an appropriation of $1,380,000 to the Rhode Island State Police for the operation of a State Police recruit training academy. This funding aims to support the recruitment and training of new officers who will serve in areas of the state that are underserved by local law enforcement agencies. The bill highlights the importance of proper training and preparation for those entering the law enforcement profession, particularly in a state where police provide essential services across various regions.

Contention

While the bill itself does not seem to present significant points of contention, discussions around state budgets and law enforcement funding often illuminate broader debates. These include discussions about budget priorities among various state needs, particularly concerning public safety and community investment. Stakeholders may debate the effectiveness of police training funding amidst calls for police reform and community engagement, leading to potential conflicts regarding the allocation of state resources.

Latest RI H7773 Activity

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Companion Bills

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Previously Filed As

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 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 H6021

Joint Resolution Making An Appropriation Of $50,000 To The Rhode Island Department Of Education For Fire Academy Training Programs At Central High School In Providence (this Joint Resolution Would Authorize The Appropriation Of The Sum Of $50,000 To The Rhode Island Department Of Education For Firefighter I Student Courses At Central High School In Providence.)

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 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.)

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 H5478

Joint Resolution Making An Appropriation Of $150,000 To The Women's Fund Of Rhode Island (this Resolution Would Authorize The Appropriation Of The Sum Of $150,000 To Women’s Fund Of Rhode Island To Implement Programs And Initiatives That Seek To Close The Gender Wage, Wealth, Health, And Leadership Gaps.)

RI H6020

Joint Resolution Making An Appropriation Of $25,000,000 To The Rhode Island Division Of Statewide Planning (ridsp) To Fund The Statewide Bicycle Mobility Plan (bmp) (authorizes The Appropriation Of The Sum Of $25,000,000 To The Rhode Island Division Of Statewide Planning To Fund The Bicycle Mobility Plan.)

RI H6468

Joint Resolution Making An Appropriation Of $400,000 To Community College Of Rhode Island For The Gwo Certification Program At The Flanagan Campus (this Resolution Would Authorize The Appropriation Of The Sum Of $400,000 To Community College Of Rhode Island For A Gwo Certification Program At The Flanagan Campus.)

Similar Bills

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