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Treasurer Magaziner Statement on Governor Raimondo Confirmation as Commerce Secretary
Providence, RI– This afternoon, General Treasurer Seth Magaziner released the following statement regarding Governor Gina Raimondo’s confirmation as U.S. Commerce Secretary: “I congratulate Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo on today’s confirmation. I worked with Secretary Raimondo on a number of initiatives to spur economic activity in the state, including launching new green infrastructure programs that have created […]Read More
Warwick, R.I. – Congressman Jim Langevin (D-RI) today issued the following statement after Rhode Island Governor Gina M. Raimondo was confirmed as Commerce Secretary by the United States Senate: “As Governor of Rhode Island, Gina Raimondo fought to create pathways to success for working families through her focus on job creation and economic growth. I am […]Read More
WASHINGTON – U.S. Congressman David N. Cicilline (RI-01) issued the following statement today: “I congratulate Secretary Raimondo on her confirmation today. I look forward to continuing to work with her to grow Rhode Island’s economy and create greater opportunities for the folks who live here.” “I spoke with Governor McKee after our press conference yesterday. I […]Read More
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Reed Congratulates Raimondo on Commerce Confirmation & Welcomes Incoming Gov.
WASHINGTON, DC — The U.S. Senate voted 84-15 today to confirm Governor Gina M. Raimondo as the next U.S. Secretary of Commerce. Incoming Secretary Raimondo will replace acting-Commerce Secretary Wynn Coggins, who previously served as Commerce Deputy Assistant Secretary for Administration, before being tapped by President Biden to lead the agency on an interim basis. “I […]Read More
Gov. Gina Raimondo on Tuesday secured confirmation from the U.S. Senate as the nation’s next secretary of commerce, becoming the first Rhode Island politician elevated to the president’s cabinet in more than 70 years. An overwhelming majority of senators voted to confirm Raimondo during a floor session Tuesday afternoon. Raimondo left Rhode Island for Washington […]Read More
PAWTUCKET– Mayor Donald R. Grebien has announced the members of Pawtucket’s new Mayor’s Community Board, that was established via Executive Order to encourage a more cohesive environment for all citizens and visitors to the City of Pawtucket by promoting the values of diversity and inclusivity. “The City thanks everyone who expressed interest in serving on this […]Read More
PROVIDENCE, RI – Incoming Governor Dan McKee and his wife Susan received their first dose of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine this morning at the Dunkin’ Donuts Center. The Incoming Governor and his wife became eligible to receive the vaccine last week when the state expanded its vaccination program to include individuals between the ages of 65 and […]Read More
By VOA News The World Health Organization said new coronavirus cases increased globally for the first time in seven weeks, and officials expressed concern that cases could again rise significantly. “We need to have a stern warning for all of us that this virus will rebound if we let it,” Maria Van Kerkhove, WHO technical […]Read More
By VOA News Finland’s government has reintroduced a state of emergency, which allows the closure of restaurants and other measures, as COVID-19 infections surge in the Nordic country. At a news conference Monday, Prime Minister Sanna Marin said, “the virus situation is bad and deteriorating,” and the government believes it is essential to reduce physical contact through […]Read More