Take Rhode Island Back

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 We are a non-partisan, non-profit, pro-business organization made up of dedicated Rhode Islanders from all walks of life. Our members volunteer their time and expertise to support and elect legislators who uphold the Constitution, protect individual rights, freedoms, advance practical lasting reforms and clean up the overwhelming laws and regulations so all Rhode Islanders benefit.

LORIB identifies and supports candidates and incumbents across all 39 cities and towns who share our common-sense principles. We provide financial resources, data insights, and technical support throughout the primary and general election cycles to strengthen Rhode Island’s economic future.

Rhode Island’s families and businesses shoulder a heavy overall tax burden and face punitive overly complex regulations that drive opportunity and investment out of the state. These barriers make it harder for families to stay, for small businesses to grow, and for new employers to establish roots here. Each legislative session, new proposals from out-of-touch progressives threaten to further undermine competitiveness, innovation, and job creation. LORIB exists to reverse these trends by supporting leaders who champion responsible governance, fiscal balance, and economic freedom—so Rhode Island remains a place where families and businesses can thrive.

• Balanced Budget: Require a truly balanced state budget based on sustainable tax revenues and disciplined spending.
• Estate (“Death”) Tax Reform: Eliminate the tax—to reduce incentives for residents and capital to relocate. Keep the wealth in RI 
• Retirement Tax Relief: Eliminate taxes on Social Security benefits and on state/municipal pensions; protect retirees on fixed incomes.
• Transportation Competitiveness: Eliminate truck tolls—or at minimum align policy with neighboring states—to avoid disadvantaging Rhode Island employers.
• Safety Policy: Enforce strong penalties for criminals who use firearms; pair this with      reasonable gun-ownership rules emphasizing safety, education and training,      including a robust Blue Card test.
• Wealth Tax Opposition: Oppose any wealth tax that drives out investment and jobs; keep Rhode Island competitive for growth industries and small business.
• Reverse the “Taylor Swift Tax”: Repeal the new surcharge that penalizes Rhode      Islanders who own a second home in the state.

LORIB offers data-driven district analysis, compliance guidance, message development, digital tools, financial support and grassroots support. Endorsements consider principal alignment, campaign viability, financial stewardship, and commitment to doing the work required to win—and to serve with integrity. We do this through a financial engine of 40 PAC’s which has the ability financially to contribute Up to $1,000,000 annually toward candidates.

Rhode Island has unparalleled beauty, history, and competitive spirit. We aim to be the catalyst that makes our state one of the most attractive places in the nation to live, work, start a business, and retire with dignity. We look forward to your financial support.