Rhode Island 2023 Regular Session

Rhode Island House Bill H6360

Introduced

5/3/23

Refer

5/3/23

Caption

Joint Resolution Making An Appropriation Of $2,000,000 To The Rhode Island Department Of Environmental Management For The Litter Control Appropriation Fund (this Resolution Would Authorize The Appropriation Of The Sum Of $2,000,000 To The Rhode Island Department Of Environmental Management For The Litter Control And Recycling Appropriation Fund.)

Impact

The passage of H6360 will significantly impact state laws relating to environmental management and waste control. The funds allocated would enable DEM to enhance its programs for litter removal and waste recycling, facilitating better management of public spaces and natural resources. This financial support is critical in furthering the state's efforts to maintain a clean environment and to educate residents about the importance of litter prevention and recycling initiatives.

Summary

House Bill H6360 proposes to make an appropriation of $2,000,000 to the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) for the Litter Control Appropriation Fund. This initiative is aimed at enhancing the state's efforts to control litter, recover waste materials, and promote recycling. The bill emphasizes the importance of maintaining a sustainable and clean environment within the state, recognizing that effective litter control is fundamental to public health and environmental quality.

Contention

While the bill may appear beneficial for environmental efforts, there could be discussions around the sufficiency of the allocated amount and how effectively these funds will be utilized. Concerns may arise about the sustainability of funding for ongoing efforts, as well as the accountability measures in place for ensuring that the funds lead to tangible improvements in litter control and environmental health. Stakeholders might debate the most effective strategies and priorities for using these resources, including community involvement in litter control initiatives.

Latest RI H6360 Activity

View All Events: RI 2023 Regular Session H6360

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

RI H8206

JOINT RESOLUTION MAKING AN APPROPRIATION OF $50,000 TO THE RHODE ISLAND DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT (DEM) FOR NEW FORESTRY HOSES (Appropriates the sum of $50,000 to the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM).)

RI H8210

JOINT RESOLUTION MAKING AN APPROPRIATION OF $2,300,000 TO THE RHODE ISLAND DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT (DEM) TO TRANSPLANT QUAHOGS INTO NARRAGANSETT BAY AND ESTABLISH A SHELLFISH HATCHERY PROGRAM (This resolution would authorize the appropriation of the sum of $2,300,000 to the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management for the transplantation of quahogs and the establishment of a shellfish hatchery program.)

RI H7705

JOINT RESOLUTION MAKING AN APPROPRIATION OF $40,000 TO THE RHODE ISLAND DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT (DEM) FOR THE NORTHEASTERN FOREST FIRE PROTECTION COMPACT (Appropriates the sum of $40,000 to the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management.)

RI H6326

JOINT RESOLUTION MAKING AN APPROPRIATION OF $2,300,000 TO THE RHODE ISLAND DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT (DEM) TO TRANSPLANT QUAHOGS INTO NARRAGNSETT BAY AND ESTABLISH A SHELLFISH HATCHERY PROGRAM (Authorizes the appropriation of the sum of $2,300,000 to the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management for the transplantation of quahogs and the establishment of a shellfish hatchery program.)

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 H7259

JOINT RESOLUTION MAKING AN APPROPRIATION OF $3,000,000 TO THE RHODE ISLAND FOOD BANK (This resolution would authorize the appropriation of the sum of $3,000,000 to the Rhode Island Food Bank.)

RI S2237

JOINT RESOLUTION MAKING AN APPROPRIATION OF $3,000,000 TO THE RHODE ISLAND FOOD BANK (This resolution would authorize the appropriation of the sum of $3,000,000 to the Rhode Island Food Bank.)

RI S0421

JOINT RESOLUTION MAKING AN APPROPRIATION OF $1,000,000 TO THE RHODE ISLAND FOOD BANK (Authorizes the appropriation of the sum of $450,000 to the Rhode Island Food Bank.)

RI H7992

JOINT RESOLUTION URGING THE RHODE ISLAND DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT TO STUDY AND REGULATE THE IMPACT OF WAKE BOATS ON RHODE ISLAND PUBLIC WATERWAYS (Urging the Rhode Island department of environmental management to study and regulate the impact of wake boats on Rhode Island public waters.)

RI S2558

JOINT RESOLUTION MAKING AN APPROPRIATION OF $200,000 TO THE RHODE ISLAND BLACK BUSINESS ASSOCIATION (Authorizes the appropriation of the sum of $200,000 to the Rhode Island Black Business Association.)

Similar Bills

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