AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoCivil Rights in Schools: A new report says Rhode Island’s Education Department is backing away from addressing civil rights for Black students, echoing a wider national push to roll back protections. Immigration Court Fight (RI): A federal judge in Rhode Island ordered the Trump administration to restart asylum and immigration processing for people from 39 countries, calling the pause unlawful and leaving applicants in “indeterminate legal limbo.” Voting Rights Act: Rhode Island groups are pushing a state Voting Rights Act to prevent voter discrimination after the federal Voting Rights Act was gutted. Public Safety: Two deadly motorcycle crashes hit the region in less than 24 hours, including a fatal crash in Johnston. PFAS Watch: Rhode Island is among states moving to restrict “forever chemicals,” adding to a fast-growing national crackdown. Community & Health: HopeHealth marked its 50th anniversary with a gala raising $410K+ and launching a major fundraising campaign. Local Arts: An artist from Rockport was selected for the Wickford Art Festival.
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