Tag: House Committee on Finance
How many bills does it take to get an inspector general?...
With House Speaker Christopher Blazejewski using his new influence to back the creation of a state inspector general’s office, debate on Smith Hill now shifts to...
McKee’s cruise ship fee proposal creating a storm in Newport
A proposal by Gov. Daniel J. McKee to increase cruise ship passenger fees in Newport has ignited a firestorm among elected officials and business...
Newport City Council sends stern message to McKee: No cruise ship...
Newport city officials say Gov. Daniel J. McKee never consulted them in crafting his plan to raise fees on visiting cruise ships, a move...
House panel advances bill to facilitate sale of Roger Williams, Fatima...
PROVIDENCE – The House Committee on Finance advanced legislation on Friday that could facilitate the sale of Roger Williams Medical Center and Our Lady...
House finance panel approves Citizens Bank-backed tax reform
PROVIDENCE – The House Committee on Finance on Tuesday unanimously approved legislation requested by Citizens Bank to change how banks are taxed to allow...
House committee to vet McKee proposals to amend bank tax, purchase...
PROVIDENCE – The House Committee on Finance on Thursday questioned administration officials over two budget amendments proposed by Gov. Daniel J. McKee that if...
Citizens Bank commercial space in East Providence eyed for state offices
The R.I. Department of Administration is looking to acquire a 210,000-square foot building in East Providence from Citizens Bank for use as state offices.
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