AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoNaval War College: Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth visited Newport and announced changes to senior military education. A Rhode Island State Police trooper was injured while escorting his motorcade. Electric Bills: Rhode Island Energy plans enhanced discounts for eligible customers starting in early 2027, as a separate program aims to help customers save on bills. Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse also co-authored a permitting bill that advanced in the Senate; it would speed energy projects and require data centers to pay more toward grid upgrades. Water and Recycling: RIDOH is seeking public comment on a proposed PFAS treatment upgrade at North Scituate Elementary School. DEM is also asking for input on five options for a bottle-return and broader recycling plan. Housing: A new national analysis places Rhode Island among the states where renters need to work more than 70 hours a week, on average, to afford a two-bedroom home.
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