“The Rhode Island Public Expenditure Council on Friday released a report outlining the fiscal challenges now facing lawmakers ahead of the fiscal year 2026 budget. The state is projected to open fiscal 2026 on July 1 with a $330 million deficit despite ending the current fiscal year with a $77 million surplus.”
More via Providence Business News.
Additional Coverage
WJAR
RIPEC report finds a projected funding gap of $300 million
Nesi’s Notes