This week at the Rhode Island General Assembly

Here are the highlights from news and events that took place in the General Assembly this week. Senate passes Ruggerio’s Plastic Waste Reduction Act T...

RI Senate Passes Bill To Ban Plastic Bags

 The Senate today approved legislation introduced by Senate President Dominick J. Ruggerio (D-Dist. 4, North Providence, Providence) that would enac...

Governor Raimondo Declares June ‘Pride Month’ in Rhode Island

Governor Gina M. Raimondo today signed a proclamation declaring June 'Pride Month' in the State of Rhode Island. Joined by members of Rhode Island's LGBTQIA...

This Week at the Rhode Island General Assembly

Here are the highlights from news and events that took place in the General Assembly this week.  House OKs McEntee bill to extend statute of limit...

Lt. Governor McKee Announces $7.9 Million in Utility Rate Relief for Rhode Islanders

Lieutenant Governor Dan McKee announced today that his office has been successful in helping to negotiate a settlement that will provide an additional $7.9 mi...

This week at the Rhode Island General Assembly

Here are the highlights from news and events that took place in the General Assembly this week. House approves bill to require pension fund updates Th...

RI House passes bill to create animal abuse registry

The House today approved legislation sponsored by Rep. Arthur Corvese to create a statewide animal abuser registry aimed at preventing those with a history of...

This week at the Rhode Island General Assembly

Here are the highlights from news and events that took place in the General Assembly this week. Legislative leaders unveil package of education reform ...

President Trump to welcome the “Boston Red Socks” to the White House today!

This is just brilliant! On the White House web site where live events are streamed, the 3:45 p.m. event was listed as And on their Youtu...

General Assembly leaders unveil package of comprehensive education reform legislation

The leadership of the Rhode Island Senate and House of Representatives unveiled a package of education reform bills during a press conference at the State Hou...