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Rhode Island Senate Bill S1003

Rhode Island 2025 Regular Session

Rhode Island Senate Bill S1003

Introduced
5/2/25  

Caption

JOINT RESOLUTION MAKING AN APPROPRIATION OF $991,000 FOR THE TOWN OF MIDDLETOWN (Authorizes the appropriation of the sum of $991,000 for the town of Middletown to upgrade the gymnasium at the new Middletown middle high school to serve as a regional emergency shelter.)

Impact

Should the appropriation be approved, it would provide significant financial support to Middletown, allowing for necessary infrastructure improvements. The upgrade of the gymnasium into a regional emergency shelter is particularly critical in light of increasing environmental challenges. The bill underscores the state's commitment to enhancing local capacities for disaster response and community support. By enabling a local school facility to serve dual purposes, the legislation addresses public safety needs while also maximizing the use of existing infrastructure.

Summary

The bill S1003 is a joint resolution introduced in the Rhode Island General Assembly that authorizes an appropriation of $991,000 for the town of Middletown. The purpose of this funding is to upgrade the gymnasium at the new Middletown middle high school so that it can also function as a regional emergency shelter. This initiative is aimed at enhancing community preparedness and resilience in the face of potential emergencies, such as natural disasters. The bill seeks to ensure that the town has the necessary facilities to protect its residents during emergencies, thereby improving overall public safety.

Contention

As with many appropriation bills, there may be points of contention regarding funding and resource allocation. Some legislators may question the necessity of the upgrade, or how the funds are to be distributed compared to other pressing community needs. Discussions surrounding this bill could also touch upon budgetary constraints and priorities within the state budget, as various stakeholders may have differing views on the allocation of funds for community improvements. Transparency and justification for the expenditure might be focal points in debates as the bill progresses through the legislative process.

Latest RI S1003 Activity

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Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

RI S3100

JOINT RESOLUTION MAKING THE TRANSFER OF FUNDS FROM THE BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025 CONTAINED IN THE BUDGET SUBMITTED BY THE GOVERNOR (2024-H7225) TO THE TOWNS OF TIVERTON, BURRILLVILLE AND MIDDLETOWN (Authorizes the transfer of funds to Tiverton, Burrillville and Middletown from the funding allocated to public charter schools in the 2025 FY budget in the amounts of $600,000 for Tiverton and the sum of $300,000 each for Burrillville and Middletown.)

RI H8266

JOINT RESOLUTION MAKING THE TRANSFER OF FUNDS FROM THE BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025 CONTAINED IN THE BUDGET SUBMITTED BY THE GOVERNOR (2024-H7225) TO THE TOWNS OF TIVERTON, BURRILLVILLE AND MIDDLETOWN (Authorizes the transfer of funds to Tiverton, Burrillville and Middletown from the funding allocated to public charter schools in the 2025 FY budget in the amounts of $600,000 for Tiverton and the sum of $300,000 each for Burrillville and Middletown.)

RI S0206

Authorizing The Town Of Middletown To Issue Not To Exceed $190,000,000 General Obligation Bonds, Notes And Other Evidences Of Indebtedness To Finance The Construction, Furnishing And Equipping Of A Middle School And High School And The Renovation, Improvement, Alteration, Repair, Furnishing And Equipping Of School Facilities Throughout The Town And All Attendant Expenses Including, But Not Limited To, Demolition, Engineering, Architectural And Landscaping Costs

RI S2572

JOINT RESOLUTION MAKING AN APPROPRIATION OF $6,000,000 TO ONWARD WE LEARN IN RI (Authorizes the appropriation of the sum of $6,000,000 to Onward We Learn in RI.)

RI H7692

JOINT RESOLUTION MAKING AN APPROPRIATION OF $6,000,000 TO ONWARD WE LEARN IN RI (Authorizes the appropriation of the sum of $6,000,000 to Onward We Learn in RI.)

RI H5526

Authorizing The Town Of Middletown To Issue Not To Exceed $190,000,000 General Obligation Bonds, Notes And Other Evidences Of Indebtedness To Finance The Construction, Furnishing And Equipping Of A Middle School And High School And The Renovation, Improvement, Alteration, Repair, Furnishing And Equipping Of School Facilities Throughout The Town And All Attendant Expenses Including, But Not Limited To, Demolition, Engineering, Architectural And Landscaping Costs

RI S3026

JOINT RESOLUTION MAKING AN APPROPRIATION OF $2,000,000 TO THE ELISHA PROJECT (This resolution would authorize the appropriation of the sum of $2,000,000 to the Elisha Project.)

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 H8196

JOINT RESOLUTION MAKING AN APPROPRIATION OF $2,000,000 TO THE ELISHA PROJECT (This resolution would authorize the appropriation of the sum of $2,000,000 to the Elisha Project.)

RI S2555

JOINT RESOLUTION MAKING AN APPROPRIATION OF $20,000,000 FOR THE HOUSING DOWN PAYMENT ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (This resolution would authorize the appropriation of the sum of $20,000,000 to support the Down Payment Assistance program.)

Similar Bills

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