Now we have to build upon the momentum we've gained. We can do that by investing wisely. By exercising sound fiscal judgement. By working together. Just as this budget is an investment tool to rebuild Rhode Island, it's also an investment in our human infrastructure.
All children deserve to have a solid foundation from which to make their dreams a reality.
That's why we're investing in our children from the moment they are born. That's giving them a healthy start in life. We know that one of the greatest threats to children's health is lead poisoning. No child should live with the fear that their home is not a safe haven. This year I am proposing to allocate 3 point 5 million dollars to combat lead poisoning.