Rhode Island Public Policy

Barletta Heavy Division Inc. Settles for $11 Million Over Environmental Violations

News Summary Barletta Heavy Division Inc. has agreed to an $11 million settlement with the Rhode Island Attorney General's Office…

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Rhode Island Cyberattack Affects 644,401 Individuals

News Summary Rhode Island's RIBridges system suffered a cyberattack affecting 644,401 individuals, prompting state officials to take immediate action. The…

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Governor McKee Criticizes Deloitte Over Cyberattack on RIBridges

News Summary Rhode Island Governor Dan McKee has condemned Deloitte for their failure to detect a long-lasting cyberattack that infiltrated…

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Rhode Island Cyberattack Exposes Personal Data of Residents

News Summary A cyberattack on Rhode Island's benefits system has compromised the personal data of over 644,000 residents. The breach,…

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Rhode Island House Approves Nuclear Power Legislation

News Summary The Rhode Island House has passed legislation allowing public utilities to purchase nuclear power from out-of-state facilities. This…

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Rhode Island Settles $11 Million Case with Barletta Heavy Division

News Summary Rhode Island has reached an $11 million settlement with Barletta Heavy Division Inc. over the illegal dumping of…

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Rhode Island Faces Critical Shortage in Cancer Treatment Resources

News Summary Rhode Island is grappling with a significant shortage of cancer treatment resources, leading many patients to seek care…

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Rhode Island Humanities Faces Funding Crisis

News Summary Rhode Island Humanities is working to restore funding for its vital grant program after the termination of funding…

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Rhode Island to Host Annual Investor Conference on May 30

News Summary Rhode Island's Investor Conference, organized by General Treasurer James A. Diossa, will take place on May 30, 2023,…

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Highbar Physical Therapy Opens New Clinic in Sudbury, MA

News Summary Highbar Physical Therapy expands into the greater Boston area with the opening of a new 3,000-square-foot clinic in…

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