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Here is a summary of the appropriations bill for fiscal year 2026: This bill makes appropriations for the support of the state of Rhode Island for fiscal year 2026, allocating a total of $14.3 billion across various state agencies and functions. The budget is funded through a mix of sources including general revenues ($5.8 billion), federal funds ($5.1 billion), restricted receipts ($458.5 million), and other funds ($3 billion). Key highlights include significant funding for education ($2 billion for elementary and secondary education, $1.6 billion for public higher education), health and human services ($4.2 billion for the Executive Office of Health and Human Services), and transportation ($882.8 million). The bill also includes provisions for capital improvements, with appropriations for projects like state building renovations, infrastructure upgrades, and campus improvements at state universities. Additionally, the bill contains several policy provisions related to budget management, such as creating advisory working groups to review potential federal funding changes, establishing guidelines for state agencies, and setting full-time equivalent (FTE) position limits for various departments. The budget seeks to balance ongoing state services with strategic investments in infrastructure, education, and social services while maintaining fiscal responsibility.

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