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Rhode Island House passes clergy sex abuse bills following AG report
PROVIDENCE, R.I. — The Rhode Island House has approved a package of bills aimed at strengthening accountability for childhood sexual abuse, including several measures...
Rhode Island House passes bill to protect pets in domestic abuse cases
PROVIDENCE, R.I. — The Rhode Island House has approved legislation aimed at protecting household pets in domestic abuse cases. The bill (2026-H 7133A), introduced...
Bill would require clearer, visual breakdowns on Rhode Island electric bills
PROVIDENCE, R.I. — A new proposal at the State House aims to make electric bills easier to understand by requiring a clear visual breakdown...
R.I. bill would require insurance coverage for scalp cooling therapy
PROVIDENCE, R.I. — A new bill introduced at the State House would require health insurers in Rhode Island to cover scalp cooling therapy, a...
Bill would provide free school meals to all Rhode Island students
PROVIDENCE, R.I. — A new proposal would guarantee free breakfast and lunch for every public school student in Rhode Island, regardless of income....
Bill would allow bars in Rhode Island to stay open 24/7 during 2026 World Cup
PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Bars and restaurants across Rhode Island could stay open around the clock during the 2026 FIFA World Cup under a proposal...
Bill would make Hope Scholarship permanent at Rhode Island College
PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Proposed legislation would make the Hope Scholarship at Rhode Island College a permanent program, following early results that show strong student...
RI income tax reduction bill would phase in cuts over five years
PROVIDENCE, R.I. — An income tax reduction bill introduced at the Rhode Island State House would gradually lower personal income tax rates over the next several years....
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New owner eyes Costco for Providence Place
PROVIDENCE, R.I. — The potential new owner of Providence Place is already exploring ideas to reshape the mall’s future, including the possibility of...
