AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoBanking Deal: Santander cleared the last major hurdle for its $12.3B acquisition of Webster Financial after the Fed approved the merger; the deal is still expected to close Aug. 20, 2026. State Oversight: Rhode Island opened applications for its first inspector general, a new fraud-and-waste watchdog funded in the FY2027 budget, with applications due Aug. 21. Legal & Trade: A 25-state coalition, including Rhode Island, sued to block Trump’s new Section 301 tariffs, arguing they’re a “pretext” to recreate levies the Supreme Court struck down. Health Policy: Multiple states and AGs also pushed back on federal moves that would expand “catastrophic” health plans and weaken Affordable Care Act protections. Local Economy: A new net-metering initiative in Woonsocket is set to help manufacturers capture bill savings tied to the Thundermist hydro facility. Community & Culture: The Washington County Fair marks its 60th anniversary Aug. 12-16 with new attractions, including line-dancing lessons and Rhode Island Circus Space. Public Safety: Authorities identified the Route 146 crash victim as Caleb Butler, 26, of Cumberland.
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