AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoDisaster Aid Fight: President Trump denied Rhode Island’s request for $361,327 in federal help after the February blizzard, and Gov. Dan McKee says he’ll appeal—while the state and lawmakers argue the damage was real and documented. Housing & Climate Policy: McKee vetoed a Jamestown-backed bill that would have required large buildings to report energy use, saying it adds burdens without support for compliance. Public Safety & Courts: A former Rhode Island lawmaker, Ray Gallison, is set to plead guilty in federal court on fraud charges, adding to a string of corruption cases. Consumer Protection: AG Peter Brown announced a $45 million multistate settlement with Block over Cash App’s alleged deceptive practices and weak fraud protections. Health Costs: Marketplace insurers are seeking another round of double-digit ACA premium hikes for 2027, with Rhode Island among the states seeing proposed increases. Education Funding: Rhode Island’s school funding formula overhaul would shift costs and could cost some towns millions, as lawmakers continue work toward a new approach. Local Tragedy: Pawtucket identified three victims after a car plunged into the Seekonk River, including a 2-year-old. Community & Culture: Cranston’s Santa Maria della Civita feast tradition returns next week, continuing an Itri-to-Rhode-Island Catholic legacy.
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