Not all legislation on Gov. Gina Raimondo’s desk received her signature. Here’s a brief rundown of what Raimondo vetoed, signed, or allowed to go into…
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Health Care Remains Front And Center At NGA Meeting
At the National Governors Association meeting this week, health care is a major topic of discussion among state leaders. The NGA’s summer meeting…
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VP Pence Met With Protests Over Healthcare During Providence Visit
A few dozen demonstrators gathered outside the Rhode Island Convention center where the National Governor’s Association meeting is going on this weekend…
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On The Governor’s Desk: Health, Education, and Marijuana Bills
A slew of bills heads for Gov. Gina Raimondo’s signature as the General Assembly nears the end of the legislative session. Here’s a brief list of what’s…
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TGIF: 22 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
June is here, Speaker Mattiello’s long-awaited car tax plan has arrived, and the end of the legislative session is coming into view. So thanks for…
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At Springfield’s New Dr. Seuss Museum, A ‘Perfect’ Tribute To The Best-Seller’s Life And Career
He’s not a real doctor. His friends and family called him Ted. And he designed illustrations for Narragansett Beer . Since his death in 1991, Theodor…
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Four RI Insurers To Drop Opioid Treatment Pre-Approval Policy
Currently, Rhode Islanders seeking treatment for opioid addiction must have their doctors coordinate with insurance companies before they can get…
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TGIF: 22 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
Tax Day is behind us, and the final stretch of the legislative session is looming. So thanks for stopping by for my weekly column. As usual, your tips…
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Scott MacKay Commentary: Why The Care New England-Boston Partners Merger May Not Be So Great
Boston’s big hospital system –Partners HealthCare—is acquiring Care New England, Rhode Island’s second largest hospital chain. RIPR political analyst…
