PROVIDENCE – The Economic Progress Institute (EPI) released its 2022 Candidate Briefing Book today, outlining key economic issues affecting low- and modest-income Rhode Islanders. This major report will be provided to candidates seeking to serve as Rhode Island’s next governor and lieutenant governor, and will also be distributed widely to policy makers and the community as a […]Read More
$850k Congressionally Directed Spending request will allow Sojourner House to expand housing portfolio, provide supportive services to clients experiencing abuse Providence, RI – U.S. Senator Sheldon Whitehouse joined Providence Mayor Jorge O. Elorza, Rhode Island Secretary of Housing Josh Saal, and representatives of Sojourner House this morning to announce $850,000 in federal funding for the agency […]Read More
Woonsocket, RI, — Today, state Senator Melissa Murray, who represents communities in Woonsocket and North Smithfield, endorsed James Diossa for General Treasurer. Senator Murray issued the following statement in support of James: In many respects, municipal leaders are best positioned to pursue truly transformative change. They impact peoples’ everyday lives on such a personal and […]Read More
CRANSTON, RI – In an effort to help Rhode Island farmers, food producers, and the state’s agricultural sector grow and develop a healthy, sustainable future, U.S. Senator Jack Reed today announced $270,000 in Specialty Crop Block Grants. Administered at the federal level by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), these federal funds will be awarded to […]Read More
Providence, RI: The Rhode Island State Association of Firefighters Executive Board unanimously endorsed Stefan Pryor, for Treasurer for the State of Rhode Island. “Secretary Pryor has proven himself as a leader as the Commerce Secretary leading economic development in our state and helping to open business back up throughout the pandemic, getting people back […]Read More
UAW 9A represents nearly 1,000 workers in Rhode Island PROVIDENCE – Today, the United Auto Workers (UAW) announced its endorsement of Governor Dan McKee for a full term. UAW Region 9A represents nearly 1,000 workers in diverse sectors of the economy including the automotive, childcare, gaming, and human service industries. “Working Rhode Islanders need steady leadership […]Read More
Pawtucket, RI, — James Diossa and Maine Treasurer Henry Beck participated yesterday in a roundtable discussion with local college students centered on college affordability. Treasurer Beck has served as the Treasurer of Maine since 2018. Before that, he served on the Waterville, Maine City Council and in the Maine House of Representatives. Like James, Treasurer […]Read More
PROVIDENCE, RI — Shortly after 1 pm today Providence Mayor Jorge Elorza announced his endorsement of candidate Gonzalo Cuervo for the next Mayor of Providence. Mayor Elorza was joined by former Providence Mayor Angel Taveras, who had announced his endorsement of Cuervo earlier in the campaign, in a show of support from two leaders with […]Read More
WASHINGTON (August 24, 2022) — “The decision by the Biden-Harris administration to provide up to $20,000 in student loan cancellation to Pell Grant recipients and $10,000 in student loan cancellation to other qualifying borrowers is a strong start. Borrowers earning $125,000 or less and those in households with joint tax filings earning under $250,000 will receive […]Read More
PROVIDENCE, RI – Today, the White House announced a targeted plan to offer up to $20,000 in student loan debt relief for Pell Grant recipients and $10,000 in student loan debt relief for individuals who earn less than $125,000, and extend the pause on federal student loan payments through the end of 2022. U.S. Senator Jack Reed praised […]Read More
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