Rhode Island Public Policy

Integrated Healthcare Partners Faces Downsizing Amid Leadership Change

News Summary Integrated Healthcare Partners, a non-profit based in Rhode Island, is facing significant downsizing following the departure of its…

2 months ago

Rhode Island Faces Economic Downturn Amid Tax Proposals

News Summary Rhode Island has reported its worst economic performance since the Great Recession, with only two out of twelve…

2 months ago

Transparency Demands Rise for Rhode Island Healthcare Executives

News Summary Rhode Island's healthcare executives are facing increased pressure for transparency regarding their compensation packages. Amid significant payouts to…

2 months ago

Hexagon Enhances Energy Efficiency and Emergency Services in Rhode Island

News Summary Rhode Island is benefiting from Hexagon's strategic upgrades that focus on energy efficiency and emergency response systems. With…

2 months ago

Rhode Island Senator Dominick Ruggerio Passes Away at 76

News Summary Dominick Ruggerio, Rhode Island's longest-serving legislator, died at the age of 76 on April 21, 2025. A prominent…

2 months ago

Legislation Introduced for Non-Profit Executive Pay Transparency

News Summary Rhode Island State Representative Patricia Serpa has introduced legislation aimed at improving transparency in the salaries of non-profit…

2 months ago

Newport City Council Opposes Extra Tax on High Home Sales

News Summary The Newport City Council has unanimously opposed two proposed bills that would introduce an additional conveyance tax on…

2 months ago

Court Upholds Rhode Island Law in Zurich Insurance Dispute

News Summary The New York Appellate Division has upheld a lower court ruling applying Rhode Island law to a legal…

2 months ago

PCHC Announces Layoffs Amid Financial Struggles

News Summary Providence Community Health Centers (PCHC) will lay off over 70 employees due to ongoing financial pressures, continuing a…

2 months ago

Rhode Island Chamber Hosts Secretary of State at Breakfast Event

News Summary The Northern Rhode Island Chamber of Commerce is hosting R.I. Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore for its…

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