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HR 8206

JOINT RESOLUTION MAKING AN APPROPRIATION OF $50,000 TO THE RHODE ISLAND DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Julie Casimiro and 6 co-sponsors

Rhode Island appropriates 50,000 from unallocated funds to DEM in 2026-2027 to purchase new forestry hoses.

04/14/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
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Bill Summary · HR 8206

Summary: HR 8206 (Rhode Island, 2026) — Joint Resolution Appropriating $50,000 to DEM for New Forestry Hoses

Purpose and Intent

  • To appropriates funds to the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) for the purchase of new forestry hoses.
  • The resolution authorizes the use of state funds for a specified purpose within the 2026-2027 fiscal year.

Key Provisions

  • Amount: A total appropriation of $50,000.
  • Recipient: Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM).
  • Use: For procurement of new forestry hoses (presumably for wildfire/suppression or forest management activities).
  • Source of Funds: Funds to be drawn from money in the state treasury that is not otherwise appropriated.
  • Authorization to Pay: The State Controller is authorized and directed to issue payments using general treasurer orders, contingent on properly authenticated vouchers.

Affected Parties and Impact

  • DEM: Directly receives funding to acquire forestry hoses, enabling improved equipment for forestry management and response to environmental incidents requiring hose deployment.
  • State Fiscal Context: Uses unallocated (unappropriated) funds within the 2026-2027 fiscal year; accountability via vouchers ensures proper expenditure.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Introduced: February 27, 2026.
  • Referral: Referred to House Finance.
  • Status as of Action Date:
    • April 10, 2026: Scheduled for hearing/consideration.
    • April 14, 2026: Committee recommended the measure be held for further study.
  • Implementation Timing: If enacted, the appropriation would take effect for the 2026-2027 fiscal year, with expenditures executed upon submission of authenticated vouchers.

Legislative Context

  • Sponsors: Multiple representatives, with co-sponsors including Mike Chippendale, Tina Spears, Cherie Cruz, Megan Cotter, Brian Kennedy, Julie Casimiro, and Michelle McGaw.
  • Nature of Measure: A narrow, targeted appropriation (general fund) via a Joint Resolution, not a standalone bill proposing broader policy changes.

Practical Considerations

  • The resolution provides a straightforward funding mechanism for a specific equipment purchase.
  • The exact timing of procurement and whether the funds cover only hoses or associated accessories is not detailed in the text provided.
  • As a joint resolution, passage would authorize appropriations without creating new permanent programs or ongoing obligations beyond the specified amount and fiscal year, subject to future legislative action if additional funds are needed.

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Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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