Bond Proposals in 2014 State of the State Addresses
Published February 25, 2014 6:29 PM
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Updated March 31, 2017 1:56 PM
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Hawaii Gov. Neil Abercrombie, a Democrat, proposed using general obligation bonds to obtain a conservation easement of more than 600 acres at Turtle Bay, which is located at the North Shore of Oahu.
Rhode Island Gov. Lincoln Chafee, a Democrat, recommended referendums for bonds, the proceeds of which would be used to finance renovations and construction at the University of Rhode Islands engineering school, enhancements and renovations to mass transit hub systems, and improvements to Department of Environmental Management programs and to support the arts.
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo, a Democrat, proposed a $2 billion bond referendum for technology upgrades for schools and student learning devices.
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Oklahoma Gov. Mary Fallin, a Republican, proposed issuing bonds to repair the state capitol building. She also said she supports a resolution that would allow every school district to pursue a one-time increase in bonding capacity to fund upgrades such as storm shelters, safe rooms and protections against intruders.
Missouri Gov. Jay Nixon, a Democrat, proposed issuing bonds to help finance the construction of a new mental hospital.
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Massachusetts Gov. Deval Patrick, a Democrat, recommended that the slate legislature pass bond bills related to infrastructure improvements.
