Two Rhode Island House Republicans say Attorney General Peter Neronha’s move to steer $10 million in settlement funds for improving dental health for poor Providence children is against the law. Neronha announced the plan last month as part of construction firm Barletta Heavy Division’s agreement to settle a case involving the unlawful dumping of contaminated […]
Brian C. Newberry
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State Reps. David Morales and Brian C. Newberry unpack Rhode Island’s $13.9 billion budget
Last Friday, Rhode Island’s House Finance Committee passed a $13.9 billion budget for the fiscal year starting July 1. Political reporter Ian Donnis talked with two state representatives, Brian Newberry, a Republican from North Smithfield, and David Morales, a Democrat from Providence. This interview and transcript have been edited for length and clarity. Ian […]
