By Randal Edgar
PROVIDENCE, R.I. -- The House voted 70 to 4 Tuesday to support a budget article that establishes a $10 million "Municipal Road and Bridge Revolving Fund."
Legislative leaders added the plan to the budget, replacing Governor Chafee's proposal to provide $10 million in grants.
Some of the debate focused on the size of the fund.
Rep. Lisa Baldelli-Hunt asked "how much roadway" can be resurfaced for $10 million.
House Finance Committee Chairman Helio Melo said he did not have the answer but added that the fund will hopefully grow over time.