Nancy Lavin

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Climate + Environment

Bottle Bill Shelved in Favor of Another Study While CRMC Reform Effort is Set Adrift

2 high-profile environmental bills get taken down a notch, or two, or three

June 20, 2025

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Politics + Justice

Rhode Island Elections Board OKs $140K Contract for Long-Awaited Campaign Finance Software Upgrade

Officials tap unexpected $500,000 surplus in current year budget to cover cost

June 20, 2025

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Politics + Justice

Rhode Island Senate to Consider Renaming Its Chamber for the Late President Ruggerio

June 17, 2025

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Economy

Longstanding Payday Lending Reform Policy Poised for Passage in Rhode Island This Year

Compromise would make cap on loans take effect in 2027

June 16, 2025

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Politics + Justice

Hoping for the Best, Planning for the Worst: Rhode Island FY26 Budget Anticipates D.C. Drama

Spending plan prescribes working groups to keep tabs on fiscal tax changes, Medicaid, food assistance and more

June 16, 2025

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