Statewide ballot measure · Tuesday, November 3, 2026
Question 4: Cultural Economy - $50,000,000
Would authorize $50 million in state general obligation bonds for a State History Center in Providence ($45 million) and the State Preservation Grants Program ($5 million).
What a vote means
- A yes vote
- Official explanation: Your vote to “Approve” means that you support the State issuing $50,000,000 in general obligation bonds for cultural economy efforts.
- A no vote
- Official explanation: Your vote to “Reject” means that you are against the State issuing $50,000,000 in general obligation bonds for cultural economy efforts.
Sources
Measure summary
- A Guide to State Referenda and Voting Procedures in Rhode Island, 2026 (Voter Information Handbook) (Rhode Island Secretary of State, Public record)
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