Tag: Statehouse
R.I. Senate President Ruggerio dies at 76
PROVIDENCE – Senate President Dominick J. Ruggerio, D-North Providence, the most senior member of the Statehouse, died Monday morning at the age of 76,...
On COVID anniversary, protestors renew call for nursing home standards legislation
It’s been five years, but registered nurse Stefania Silvestri can still recall the smell of plastic.
“I placed body after body in a bag, day...
Some lawmakers seek reversal of R.I.’s recent ban of flavored vapes
Nearly two months have passed since Rhode Island vape shops and convenience stores were forced to clear their shelves of flavored e-cigarettes and other...
Proposed bill could make R.I. 10th state with equity impact laws
Nine states have equity impact laws. Rhode Island could be 10th under this bill.
When lawmakers bring a bill to the chamber floor, one of...
Independent Man back on top of Statehouse
PROVIDENCE – The Independent Man has returned to the top of the Statehouse.
The freshly renovated, 800-pound statue was placed back on its marble supports...
Independent Man to return atop the Statehouse in December
PROVIDENCE – The Independent Man will be back atop the Statehouse just in time for the holidays.
The freshly renovated, 800-pound statue will return to...
Providence announces pair of free parking programs
PROVIDENCE – Mayor Brett P. Smiley on Tuesday announced a pair of free parking programs to help residents have easier access to City Hall...
Diossa launches medical debt relief program
PROVIDENCE – R.I. General Treasurer James A. Diossa on Tuesday announced a partnership with a nonprofit charity to help ease the pain of medical...
Constitutional convention could cost state $4.6M
Holding a constitutional convention in 2026 could cost Rhode Island as much as $4.6 million, should voters approve the ballot measure in November.
The potential...
Eleventh-hour bottle bill reignites debate between environmental, business groups
Disagreement over a state bottle recycling program is as pervasive as the piles of recyclable bottles and cans littering Rhode Island streets, beaches and...
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