Rhode Island Public Policy

Neon Marketplace to Rebrand Stores as Cumberland Farms

News Summary Neon Marketplace will rebrand nine of its locations to Cumberland Farms as they lease these properties to E.G.…

4 weeks ago

Rhode Island Advocates Push for Tax Hike on Wealthy Residents

News Summary On May 29, 2025, advocates rallied at the Rhode Island State House, urging for a 3% income tax…

4 weeks ago

Rhode Island Business Coalition Proposes Improvements for Economic Growth

News Summary The Rhode Island Business Coalition has proposed significant reforms to enhance the state's business climate in order to…

1 month ago

Rhode Island Regulators Oppose Bally’s Funding Increase Proposal

News Summary Rhode Island state regulators are raising concerns over Bally's proposal to increase state funding by $2.756 million annually…

1 month ago

Rhode Island Residents Demand Tax Increase for Wealthy

News Summary On May 29, 2025, around 150 advocates rallied outside the Rhode Island State House to call for a…

1 month ago

Rhode Island Attorney General Announces Settlement in Housing Case

News Summary In April 2025, Rhode Island Attorney General Peter F. Neronha disclosed a settlement of $213,000 with A.R. Building…

1 month ago

Rhode Island’s Administration Opposes Public Records Overhaul

News Summary Governor Daniel J. McKee's administration has opposed a proposed overhaul of the Rhode Island Access to Public Records…

1 month ago

Butler Hospital Workers Continue Strike for Better Wages

News Summary Unionized workers at Butler Hospital in Providence have been on strike for over a week, demanding better wages…

1 month ago

Rhode Island Authorities Arrest Eight in Major Marijuana Growing Operation

News Summary Rhode Island State Police have arrested eight individuals for their involvement in a large illegal marijuana growing operation.…

1 month ago

Leadership Changes in Rhode Island Nonprofits

News Summary Rhode Island's nonprofit sector is experiencing significant leadership transitions, spotlighting transparency around executive compensation. New leaders are stepping…

1 month ago