Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont has announced a partnership with local banks that will see federal workers in Connecticut offered interest-free loans to help them during the government shutdown.
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Raimondo Proposes Expansion Of Free Tuition Program; Legislative Support Uncertain
Rhode Island Governor Gina Raimondo used her State of the State address Tuesday to propose a series of investments that she said are needed to strengthen the state, including an expansion of a widely debated free tuition program. But the extent to which the General Assembly will go along with the governor’s wish-list remains uncertain.
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Coast Guard Families Rethink Spending During Government Shutdown
Coast Guard families are enduring hardships as active duty personnel and civilian employees live without pay during the government shutdown. It’s the only branch of the military that’s unfunded at the moment.
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RI’s Point Person On Marijuana Outlines Legalization Proposal
A member of Rhode Island Gov. Gina Raimondo’s administration described her proposal to legalize marijuana as an attempt to adapt to increased legalization throughout the Northeast while limiting the negative effects of that change. Norman Birenbaum, a principal policy and economic analyst for the state, used a media availability on Monday to offer more details […]
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Warren Calls For Systemic Change In First N.H. Visit
Massachusetts Sen. Elizabeth Warren was in New Hampshire over the weekend. It was her first visit since declaring her intent to run for president. As Josh Rogers reports, Warren called for systemic change in America during an appearance at Manchester Community College.
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TGIF: Ian Donnis’ Politics/Media Roundup For January 11
The legislative session in Rhode Island is off to a fast start, thanks to a vigorous debate on House rules. There’s a lot more happening, so thanks for stopping by for my weekly column. As usual, your tips and comments are welcome, and you can follow me through the week on the twitters. Here we […]
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Regunberg Joining Elorza’s City Hall As A Senior Adviser On Policy
Former state Rep. Aaron Regunberg, who lost a close primary race last year for lieutenant governor in Rhode Island, is joining Providence Mayor Jorge Elorza’s administration as a senior adviser on policy. “I’m excited to work with the Elorza administration to push major progressive policy priorities in Mayor Elorza’s second term, focusing particularly on affordable […]
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New Beer Labels On Hold During Government Shutdown
Beer drinkers will not get to sample brand new creations from their favorite breweries during the government shutdown. That’s because workers inside the federal bureau of Alcohol Tobacco and Firearms have been furloughed.
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Continued Shutdown Could Freeze Funds For RI Domestic Violence Organizations
Federal programs that fund domestic violence support centers are feeling the effects of the government shutdown. As Sofia Rudin reports, local groups depend on that money to stay open.
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RI House Committee Approves New 24-Hour Waiting Period To Review Major Changes To Bills; Critics Say Broader Changes Needed
The Rhode Island House Rules Committee approved Thursday a minimum 24-hour waiting period to review significant changes to legislation in House committees. But critics said the Rules Committee failed to go far enough in making more changes to improve the legislative process. “I think there’s a substantial improvement in the SubA process,” said House Minority […]
