AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoMedicaid Legal Fight: Twenty-five Democratic-led states and D.C. sued the Trump administration over Medicaid work requirements, arguing the federal “medically frail” exemption is too narrow and would push ill and disabled residents off coverage. Rhode Island Health Care Impact: Rhode Island’s own Medicaid-related challenge is part of a broader push to block the interim federal guidance that tightens who qualifies for exemptions. Water Supply Crunch: Veolia Rhode Island imposed a mandatory outdoor water ban for South Kingstown and parts of Narragansett, drawing criticism from local officials over late notice and prompting them to seek legal advice. Cannabis Licensing Court Battle: With Rhode Island lifting the residency requirement for pot shop owners, the Cannabis Control Commission asked a federal judge to undo the order that paused its first license applications. Retail Labor Rule: Rhode Island enacted the first statewide self-checkout staffing ratio, requiring at least one worker for every three kiosks (effective Jan. 1, 2027). Business Expansion: Gov. Dan McKee announced $8 million in incentives, including $6.2 million in tax credits for Raytheon’s Portsmouth expansion tied to 150 new jobs. Student Housing Deal: Grove Property Group brokered an $11.3 million sale of a 128-bed Providence student housing portfolio, marking GROMA’s entry into Rhode Island.
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