AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoRhode Island Sports Betting: The Rhode Island Lottery approved Bally’s for the state’s second online sports betting license, ending the 2019 mobile monopoly; Bally Bet launches this November to challenge the state-run Sportsbook Rhode Island. Healthcare Cost Pressure: Care New England is cutting 30+ leadership and nonclinical roles to close an estimated $20M FY26 budget gap, citing shrinking margins and reimbursement pressures. Cannabis Regulation: Gov. Dan McKee nominated Michelle Reddish, head of the Rhode Island Cannabis Office, to chair the Cannabis Control Commission, sending the pick to the Senate. Coastal Governance: The Senate confirmed five of McKee’s six CRMC nominees as the downsized, quorum-focused council continues to take shape. Local Business & Real Estate: Milford residential brokerage Lioce Properties Group merged into Lamacchia Realty, keeping a Milford office while expanding agent reach. Community & Education: Newport School Board placed Superintendent Forrest Ransdell on leave for the rest of his one-year contract. Internet Safety Policy: Virginia AG Jay Jones joined a coalition opposing the federal KIDS Act, arguing it would weaken state authority over online child safety.
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