Rep. Gordon Fox rebuts Carcieri's State of the State speech

Governor Carcieri just doesn’t get it. Last night, his state of the state address was long on rhetoric, but once again, short on details. What’s worse is, some of the details he did provide just don’t make sense, the math simply doesn’t add up, and you need to know that.

Malik wants tougher penalties for teens who drink

Rhode Island State Representative Jan Malik has introduced legislation that would provide stiff penalties to teens caught in possession of drugs or alcohol.

Pichardo defends renters

Rhode Island State Senator Juan Pichardo is working on legislation to require lending institutions to notify renting tenants when the building in which they live is being foreclosed on.

Mayor Lynch tribute in the RI House

On Wednesday, January 10, 2008 - The Rhode Island House of Representatives memorialized the contributions former Pawtucket Mayor Dennis Lynch.

Rep. Frank Ferri Swearing-in ceremony

The newest member of the Rhode Island House of Representatives, Frank Ferri, receives the oath of office.

Senate continues to probe DCYF

The Rhode Island State Senate recently conducted another hearing on the growing and alarming problems at DCYF

Rep. McNamara keeps pushing sales tax holiday

State Rep. Joseph McNamara says he intends to keep fighting for legislation to enact a statewide sales tax holidy

Rep. Gallison stands up for Vets

Rep. Ray Gallison reacts to a report alleging that the Rhode Island Veterans Home is being run like a "prison camp."

Rep. McNamara helps docs communicate with patients

Rep. Joseph McNamara (D-Dist. 19) has authored legislation that would increase the ability of caregivers to effectively communicate with their patients without the fear of a malpractice suit.

Giannini: Ban human trafficking

06/26/07 - Rep. Joanne Giannini has been leading the effort to ban human trafficking in Rhode Island. 06/26/07

Sen. Tassoni targets Web safety

Sen. John Tassoni (D-Dist. 22) has introduced legislation making June "Rhode Island Internet Safety Month."

Naughton talks up renewable energy

06/25/07 - Rep. Eileen Naughton (D-Dist. 21) speaks to NBC 10 about renewable energy legislation slated for passage in the General Assembly.

Rep. Walsh working to preserve Charlestown Land

State Representative Donna Walsh (D-Dist. 36) had been fighting to block Gov. Carcieri's proposal to sell off protected land in her district. Now, the Federal Governent has offered an alternative.

Metts pushes prison reform

06/14/07 - Sen. Harold Metts (D-Dist. 6) is work to address Rhode Island's drastic prison overcrowding problem.

Ginaitt leading on fire code reform

06/12/07 - Rep. Peter Ginaitt (D-Dist. 22)has developed sensible legislation to reform the state's fire code.

Lima takes on suspect contractors

06/12/07 - Rep. Charlene Lima (D-Dist. 14) has been leading a commission to protect homeowners from unscrupulous contractors.

Dems stick up for coastal homeowners

05/31/07 - Rep. Paul Crowley (D-Dist. 75) and Rep. Brian Kennedy (D-Dist. 38) co-chaired a special commission to examine high insurance rate hikes for coastal homeowners.

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