Demystifying Democracy: Understanding the State Budget Process

Start: Saturday, March 29, 2025•10:00 AM

End: Saturday, March 29, 2025•12:00 PM

Location:Providence Public Library•150 Empire Street, Providence, RI 02903 US

Host Contact Info: rhodeisland@commoncause.org

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What is the state budget, how does the budget-making process really work, and how can Rhode Islanders make their voices heard? On Saturday, March 29th, join Common Cause Rhode Island and the Economic Progress Institute for this free presentation and panel discussion to demystify the state budget.

Moderated by Linda Katz, co-founder and former policy director of the Economic Progress Institute.

Panelists:

  • Nina Harrison, Policy Director at the Economic Progress Institute
  • RI State Senator Alana DiMario (D-Narragansett, North Kingstown, New Shoreham)
  • RI State Representative Terri Cortvriend (D-Middletown, Portsmouth)
  • Thomas Mullaney, former RI State Budget Officer