Tag: Scott A. Slater
Workplace still a place of confusion on cannabis
Both employers and employees have continued to grapple with the role of cannabis in the workplace as Rhode Island’s recreational market continues to develop.
“We’ve...
PBN summit: Cannabis sector ‘a struggle’ but making progress
PROVIDENCE – As the R.I. Cannabis Control Commission takes the next several months to draw up the state's crucial first set of regulations on...
Supporters of legalized cannabis touting the financial benefits
State leaders are banking on $18 million to $20 million in additional tax revenue annually if the recently introduced legislation to legalize recreational marijuana...
What to do with a windfall? $1B in ARPA money may...
After years of grappling with gaping budget deficits, state legislators are facing a problem in the 2022 General Assembly session unlike any they’ve seen...
PLANTING THE SEED: Stakes are high as R.I. officials lay groundwork...
It’s really no longer a matter of “if” recreational use of marijuana will be legalized in Rhode Island. Now it’s more a question of...
McKee taking ‘wait and see’ approach on cannabis legislation
PROVIDENCE – Gov. Daniel J. McKee said he is adopting a “wait and see” approach regarding recreational marijuana legislation that is sitting at a...
Nursing home staffing bill passes R.I. Senate
PROVIDENCE – Legislation requiring a set number of hours of daily care for nursing home residents and a pay raise for certified nursing assistants...
Battle looms over R.I. nursing home bill
State legislation that would hike pay rates for certified nursing assistants, would require nursing home caregivers to spend more time with each resident and...
Can water ease Providence’s pension woes?
Is water part of the answer to the fiscal woes of Providence?
Legislation introduced this month in the General Assembly proposes creating a statewide water...