Statewide School Construction Bonds

In November 2018 and November 2022, Rhode Island voters approved Statewide School Construction Bonds. The 2018 bond activated six new temporary bonus incentives and access to $250 million in upfront funding to support the state share of foundation school housing aid. The 2022 bond added a second round of $250 million.  

The funds are all obligated, but the Rhode Island Department of Education/School Building Authority (RIDE/SBA) continues to work closely with LEAs and municipalities to ensure that every school district sees meaningful improvements to the condition of its public school buildings. This commitment helps our state to create learning environments that support the attainment of the academic, social, emotional, career readiness, and citizenship knowledge, skills, and competencies necessary to be successful in the 21st century.

Statewide School Construction Bond Presentation

Funding for the school construction program is governed by Rhode Island General Laws 16-7, sections 35 to 47, 16-105, sections 1 to 9, and 45-38.2.  Title 45, Chapter 38, Section 2 governs the distribution of the statewide bond. 

Pay-As-You-Go Instructions and Forms

• Pay-As-You-Go Awards for both 2018 and 2022 bonds (Final - Dec. 19, 2023)
• Pay-As-You-Go Payment Request Form

Question and Pay-As-You-Go Payment Requests should be be sent to PayGo@ride.ri.gov.