Rhode Island Governor Dan McKee has signed the state's fiscal 2025 budget.
The budget of nearly 14-billion-dollars provides funding for K-12 education, affordable housing, public transportation, health services, increased support for small businesses and reconstruction of the Washington Bridge.
“We came together as a team and delivered a budget that continues to put Rhode Island on a path to improve educational outcomes, raise incomes for all Rhode Islanders, and build a healthier state,” said Governor McKee. “I am proud to sign a budget that makes smart investments in Rhode Island’s future and I thank the Speaker and Senate President for their collaboration.”
The governor has thanked Speaker Shekarchi and Senate President Ruggerio for working on a budget that will continue Rhode Island's economic momentum.
(Photo Credit: Governor McKee's Office)