AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoConsumer Protection Push: Rhode Island’s AG Brenna Bird joined a 49-state coalition urging the FCC to tighten rules against illegal robocalls, warning scammers are now buying real phone numbers to trick people into handing over money. Local Voting Rules: The Rhode Island Board of Elections approved expanded early voting regulations, adding clearer guidance on identification, ballot handling, security, and conduct at early voting sites. Disaster Aid Fight: Gov. Dan McKee vowed to appeal FEMA’s denial of Rhode Island’s blizzard recovery request, calling it political and arguing the state met the damage threshold. Transit & Growth: Amtrak is moving ahead with a New Haven-to-Providence capacity planning study aimed at improving frequency and reliability, with public outreach and rail alignment options. Housing Pressure: A new Zillow analysis names Providence among the hottest rental markets, citing strong demand and limited supply. Healthcare Costs: ACA Marketplace insurers are proposing an average 14% premium jump for 2027, including in Rhode Island. Business & Community: Cumberland Farms’ parent filed plans to go public, while the Eastern Bank Foundation named 11 civic groups across RI and New England for community advocacy awards.
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