AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoRhode Island Business & Policy: The Rhode Island Senate advanced a bill raising the “total loss” threshold for vehicles from 80% to 85% of pre-crash fair market value, moving it to the House—aimed at steering more damaged cars toward repair shops. Energy & Utilities: Environmental advocates helped stop a late-session push that would have let Rhode Island Energy own power plants, after lawmakers faced concerns about competition and ratepayer protections. Child Well-Being: Rhode Island slipped to No. 26 in the nation in the Annie E. Casey Foundation’s KIDS COUNT report, with the biggest drag coming from declines in economic well-being and family/community factors. Business Fraud Protections: The state passed legislation to combat business identity theft and scammy annual report solicitations, giving the Secretary of State more tools to protect filers. Finance & Jobs: Rhode Island Credit Union CEO David B. Suvall announced he will retire July 1 after 45 years; COO Nancy Zeppa will take over. Healthcare Staffing: Lawmakers formed a special study commission to examine hospital staffing levels and their impact on patient safety, outcomes, and finances, with recommendations due by Sept. 1, 2027.
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