Statewide ballot measure · Tuesday, November 3, 2026
Question 5: Green Economy Bonds - $55,000,000
Would authorize $55 million in state general obligation bonds for environmental and recreation projects, including $25 million for the Resilient Rhody Infrastructure Fund, $12 million for state park and beach facilities and $7 million for Narragansett Bay watershed restoration.
What a vote means
- A yes vote
- Official explanation: Your vote to “Approve” means that you support the State issuing $55,000,000 in general obligation bonds for environmental and recreational purposes.
- A no vote
- Official explanation: Your vote to “Reject” means that you are against the State issuing $55,000,000 in general obligation bonds for environmental and recreational purposes.
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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