The Ballot Brief
2026 Ballot Measures

Rhode Island Statewide Ballot Measures 2026

Rhode Island voters will decide 5 statewide measures in 2026 on the November 3, 2026 general election ballot. Summaries below stick to the certified ballot language — no editorializing.

Most statewide measures pass with a simple majority; passage requirements can vary by measure type — see the official full text for details.

Economic and Infrastructure Development Bond Measure

Bond issue (legislative referral)

Issue $100 million in bonds to fund infrastructure and economic development projects

YES supports this change · NO keeps current law

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Environment and Watershed Protection and Development Bond Measure

Bond issue (legislative referral)

Issue $55 million in bonds to fund environmental preservation and water infrastructure projects

YES supports this change · NO keeps current law

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Higher Education Facilities Bond Measure

Bond issue (legislative referral)

Issue $275 million in bonds to fund the construction and improvement of higher education facilities

YES supports this change · NO keeps current law

Official full text & details →

Historical Center and Cultural Grants Bond Measure

Bond issue (legislative referral)

Issue $50 million in bonds to fund cultural and historical projects

YES supports this change · NO keeps current law

Official full text & details →

Housing and Development Bond Measure

Bond issue (legislative referral)

Issue $120 million in bonds to fund the construction and development of affordable housing projects

YES supports this change · NO keeps current law

Official full text & details →

These measures appear on every ballot in the state — see your full ballot with your ZIP code

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Titles and summaries reflect each state's certified measure list as tracked by Ballotpedia, with links to the full text. Measure lists can change until final certification — always confirm with your state election office. Last reviewed July 9, 2026.