RI 2030 Priorities

Governor McKee’s comprehensive RI 2030 Plan charts a course for the future of the Ocean State, focusing on four key priorities: strengthening K-12 education, building a prosperous economy, creating a healthier Rhode Island, and advancing infrastructure and energy.

Strengthening K-12 Education: The plan emphasizes improving educational outcomes by expanding year-round learning opportunities, modernizing school facilities, investing in students, and supporting teachers. 

Initiatives include Learn365RI, which aims to expand learning opportunities beyond the traditional 180-day school year in furtherance of three main goals:

1. Improving RICAS scores
2. Reducing chronic absenteeism
3. Increasing FAFSA completion rates.

To support students and teachers, the state has made significant investments in school construction and technology, while also focusing on career and technical education programs to prepare students for high-demand careers.

​Building a Rhode to Prosperity: This priority focuses on enhancing Rhode Island’s workforce development and postsecondary education, as well as improving the housing ecosystem, supporting small businesses, and driving economic growth.

Key initiatives include the Hope Scholarship Program at Rhode Island College, making the RI Promise Scholarship at CCRI permanent, and maintaining significant investments in higher education facilities while also enhancing workforce development programming.

The state also prioritizes housing development and homeownership initiatives, with a $120-million housing bond and various homeownership programs.

Support for small businesses includes eliminating the car tax, reforming the tangible tax, and investing in the Small Business Assistance Program.  A strengthened tourism campaign and increased capital investments are making the state a more attractive destination for everyone. 

Creating a Healthier Rhode Island: The plan adopts a holistic approach to health, emphasizing physical and behavioral health, support for individuals with disabilities, and investments in children and families. 

Key initiatives include the establishment of Certified Community Behavioral Health Centers, the Governor’s Overdose Task Force, and the expansion of early childhood care and education programs.

Significant investments have been made to support veterans and seniors, ensuring access to critical resources, services, health care, and financial relief.  In tandem, the state is focused on reducing homelessness and promoting housing stability through significant investments in prevention and emergency services.

Advancing Infrastructure and Energy: This priority includes improving roads, bridges, and ports, investing in transit infrastructure, expanding broadband access, and advancing clean energy initiatives.

​Major projects include the I-95 15 Bridge Project, the Pawtucket-Central Falls Transit Center, and the launch of Rhode Island’s first electric bus fleet.

​The state also focuses on renewable energy, with a commitment to the 2021 Act on Climate and significant investments in offshore wind and energy efficiency programs.

RI 2030 outlines Rhode Island’s progress in these areas, including the successful implementation of various programs and initiatives, and outlines future goals to ensure sustained progress.

​Governor McKee aims to create a resilient and competitive economy, improve the quality of life for all residents, and position Rhode Island as a leader in education, health, and sustainability.