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!
“Liberal Interpretation” Bill Passes the House

H5914, known as the “liberal interpretation” bill, was passed in a House vote today.
ACTION ALERT: H5363 Hearing Tuesday

The public use on private lands bill (H5363) is up for a hearing on March 28th in House Judiciary.
Hearing Scheduled for “Liberal Interpretation” Bill

Testimony for H5914 will be heard Tuesday, March 28th.
Bill Introduced to Appropriate Funds for Farmland Preservation

H6018 would appropriate $5 million in funds for the preservation, protection, and conservation of our farmlands.
“Liberal Interpretation” Bill Introduced in House

Representative Craven has now introduced H5914 in the House.
RILTC Supports House Bill 5551

House Bill 5551 would empower the Department of Transportation to plant pollinator-friendly native species on state highways.