Economy
With support from Senate leadership, Rhode Island is moving closer to ending IGT’s digital sports betting monopoly and strengthening penalties for underage online gambling — but the House remains a wildcard in both efforts
Commerce Secretary Liz Tanner to leave cabinet post to head Ocean State 2026
Rhode Island Senate to vote Wednesday on legislation that would save $4.6M in sales taxes on skyscraper renovation
Business owners hope for a strong season but say instability — from lobster exports to Canadian travel — is making 2025 especially unpredictable
Spectrum Gaming Group recommends adding up to six online betting vendors and slashing tax rates to attract top companies like DraftKings and FanDuel—if the state can overcome legal, logistical, and contractual hurdles
Legislation to eliminate investment cap heads to House panel Thursday
Citing economic gains and ongoing investment projects, McKee defends staying the course on taxes and touts Rhode Island’s preparedness for a potential national recession