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Rhode Island House Bill H8181

Rhode Island 2024 Regular Session

Rhode Island House Bill H8181

Introduced
4/12/24  

Caption

JOINT RESOLUTION MAKING AN APPROPRIATION OF $500,000 TO THE CITY OF WARWICK AS COMPENSATION FOR MUNICIPAL SERVICES PROVIDED AT RHODE ISLAND T.F. GREEN INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (This joint resolution would provide payment of $500,000 to the City of Warwick for municipal services provided to Rhode Island T.F. Green International Airport.)

Impact

The legislative discussion surrounding HB 8181 indicates a commitment to local financial support amid federal disapproval. By securing this funding, the bill aims to ensure that Warwick continues to receive essential compensation for services vital to the operations and maintenance of the airport. The continuation of such appropriations is crucial for municipal budgeting and maintaining public services that the local government provides, particularly in a vital infrastructure area like the airport, which serves both residents and travelers. This bill, if passed, allows Warwick to maintain its financial stability while providing necessary municipal services linked to the airport operations.

Summary

House Bill 8181 is a joint resolution that proposes an appropriation of $500,000 to the City of Warwick. This compensation is intended to cover the municipal services provided at the Rhode Island T.F. Green International Airport. The bill emerges from a statutory obligation established under Section 1-2-17 of the Rhode Island general laws, which mandates that the Rhode Island Airport Corporation (RIAC) Remit this annual amount to the City for the services rendered. This resolution is particularly necessary following a recent disapproval by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regarding payments from RIAC to Warwick, necessitating state intervention to uphold the financial commitment to the local government.

Contention

While the resolution appears straightforward, noteworthy contention might arise from stakeholders who could analyze this funding in light of broader fiscal responsibilities or competing budget priorities for the state's funds. The appropriation represents not just a financial commitment but also a signal regarding the state's stance on local government funding during times of federal scrutiny. Discussions may explore whether the state's intervention aligns with long-term policy objectives for economic development related to airports and local governance autonomy.

Latest RI H8181 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 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 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 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 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 H6405

Joint Resolution Making An Appropriation Of $22,775,000 To The Rhode Island Airport Corporation For Repairs To The Pier At 1390 Roger Williams Way, North Kingstown, Ri 02852 (the Former Aircraft Carrier Pier) (this Resolution Would Authorize The Appropriation Of The Sum Of $22,775,000 To The Rhode Island Airport Corporation For Reconstruction And Upgrades To The Pier At 1390 Roger Williams Way, North Kingstown, Ri 02852.)

RI H5259

Airports And Landing Fields

RI S0984

Joint Resolution Making An Appropriation Of $3,000,000 To Rhode Island College For The Rhode Island Vision Education And Services Program (rivesp) (authorizes The Appropriation Of The Sum Of $3,000,000 To Rhode Island College For The Rhode Island Vision Education And Services Program.)

RI H6389

Joint Resolution Making An Appropriation Of $3,000,000 To Rhode Island College For The Rhode Island Vision Education And Services Program (rivesp) (authorizes The Appropriation Of The Sum Of $3,000,000 To Rhode Island College For The Rhode Island Vision Education And Services Program.)

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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