2024 Legislative Round-Up
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This year, the Council successfully advanced two out of three of our legislative priorities.
You Made the Green Bond Greener!
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Thanks to your incredible advocacy efforts over the last five months, we are excited to announce a significant victory for conservation in RI.
Op-ed: Urgent action needed to preserve RI’s green space
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Read RILTC’s Providence Journal op-ed about the importance of conservation funding!
Help Us Make the Green Bond Greener
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Join our postcard campaign!
ACTION ALERT: Help Make the Green Bond Greener!
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Conservation programs have been left out of the 2025 state budget, and WE NEED YOUR HELP!
Message about the 2025 Green Bond
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An update from the Rhode Island Land Trust Council.
2023 Legislative Wrap-Up
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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
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RI Legislature approves funding to continue farmland preservation programs in state.
“Liberal Interpretation” Bill Has Been Signed Into Law
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The liberal interpretation bill was signed into law by the governor on May 18th.
ACTION ALERT: Support Funding for Farmland!
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Please contact your local representatives to request their support for H6018. The hearing is Wednesday, May 17th!