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Governor McKee to Sign Bill Banning the Sale of Assault

PROVIDENCE, RI — Today, Governor Dan McKee signed legislation into law that bans the sale of certain military-style weapons in Rhode Island. The Governor was joined by bill sponsor Senator Louis DiPalma (2025-S 0359A) as well as Representative Jason Knight, General Officers, General Assembly Leaders, and gun safety advocates.   This bill is the latest piece […]Read More

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Amo Announces 2025 Winner of Congressional Art Competition

PROVIDENCE, RI –  Congressman Gabe Amo (RI-01) announced the winner of the 2025 Congressional Art Competition for Rhode Island’s First Congressional District — Nonna’s House by Blake Harris. A tenth-grade student at Moses Brown School, Mr. Harris’ submission will be featured in the halls of the U.S. Capitol. High school students from across Rhode Island’s First Congressional District submitted artwork for consideration and a public vote was […]Read More

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Governor McKee, Rhode Island Department of Transportation Kick Off 2025

PROVIDENCE, RI — Governor Dan McKee, Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) Director Peter Alviti, Jr., Providence Warwick Convention & Visitors Bureau President & CEO Kristen Adamo, Discover Newport Communications Director Cassandra Earle, and Seastreak President James Barker today kicked off the 2025 Providence-Newport Ferry season. The popular service returns for its 10th season today, Friday, […]Read More

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Governor McKee Awards $6.7 Million in Grants to Bolster Rhode

PROVIDENCE, RI — Today, Governor Dan McKee and his Executive Office of Health and Human Services (EOHHS) announced $6.7 million in grants awarded to support 85 primary care practices across Rhode Island. “Access to quality care starts with strong primary care,” said Governor Dan McKee. “That’s why my administration is focused on supporting the recruitment and retention […]Read More

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Attorney General Neronha reaffirms support for LGBTQ+ community following Supreme

PROVIDENCE, R.I. – Attorney General Peter F. Neronha today issued the following statement in response to a United States Supreme Court Decision upholding a Tennessee law that bans medical treatment for transgender youth. “Today, we hosted our Office’s annual Pride flag raising ceremony in support of the LGBTQ+ community here in Rhode Island. There is […]Read More

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State of Rhode Island’s Career Fair

Governor McKee delivered remarks at the State of Rhode Island’s career fair. The fair features 26 state agencies to showcase employment opportunities across Rhode Island and to connect directly with job seekers interested in public service careers. The career fair is taking place at Community College of Rhode Island — Knight Campus, 400 East Avenue, Warwick, […]Read More

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Congressmen Amo and Lynch Call for Oversight of Air Traffic

Since the start of 2025, the U.S. has experienced the deadliest domestic plane crash in a generation and several near misses.  WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Gabe Amo (D-RI) and Congressman Stephen Lynch (D-MA) are calling on the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) to study relocating the Air Traffic Safety Oversight Service (AOV). To improve the safety of our […]Read More