An Equity Impact Statement is a no-cost tool, much like a fiscal note, that would provide detailed information and transparency about whether certain bills under evaluation by the legislature would likely increase or decrease equity in Rhode Island.
Systemic barriers have created disparities that have thwarted opportunity and success for many Rhode Islanders. With the need for equity-centered policies having never been more urgent, this Policy Brief examines history, best practices in other states, and various ways of implementing Equity Impact Statements.