Advocacy
The Rhode Island Land Trust Council works to permanently conserve open and natural lands in Rhode Island by supporting land trusts, promoting responsible use and stewardship of conserved lands, and advocating for sound land conservation policy.
Interested in learning more about the RI State Legislature? The RI Food Policy Council has some amazing resources! Check out their infographics on Advocacy 101 and How Our Laws Are Made in Rhode Island.
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Policy Priorities

Conservation Permanence

Land & Water Conservation
Natural areas provide wildlife habitat, clean air & clean drinking water, and important places for people to recreate. Access to parks and conservation areas are critical to mental and physical health outcomes, and are the key to healthy Rhode Island communities. Forests store and sequester carbon, making land conservation an important piece to the climate change puzzle. We work on policies that direct funding to the conservation of important green spaces across Rhode Island, encourage smart land use decision making, and ensure that ALL Rhode Islanders have access to green spaces.

Farmland Access
Latest Updates

2023 Legislative Wrap-Up
The Council is pleased to announce that 2023 was a banner year for land conservation advocacy efforts at the State House.

PRESS RELEASE: $2.5 Million Appropriated for Farmland Preservation in RI
RI Legislature approves funding to continue farmland preservation programs in state.

“Liberal Interpretation” Bill Has Been Signed Into Law
The liberal interpretation bill was signed into law by the governor on May 18th.

ACTION ALERT: Support Funding for Farmland!
Please contact your local representatives to request their support for H6018. The hearing is Wednesday, May 17th!