AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoCybersecurity & State Impact: Beacon Mutual says a January cyberattack exposed personal data tied to about 132,000 Rhode Islanders, including roughly 4,500 current and former state employees, with the insurer notifying the state and affected people. Cannabis Regulation: Gov. Dan McKee nominated Michelle Reddish, the state’s cannabis administrator, to chair the Cannabis Control Commission, sending the pick to the Senate. Sports Betting & State Authority: A coalition of 41 attorneys general led by Ohio AG Dave Yost urged the CFTC to recognize state jurisdiction over sports-related prediction markets, arguing platforms like Polymarket and Kalshi function like sportsbooks. Local Privacy Policy: Warren advanced a first-in-the-state ordinance to regulate private use of automatic license plate reader cameras, aiming to curb unregulated collection and sharing of vehicle location data. Insurance & Legal Rulings: Rhode Island’s Supreme Court limited a wrongful-death recovery to the per-person auto policy amount, reinforcing how UM/UIM and coverage limits apply. Labor & Aviation: Breeze Airways pilots picketed at T.F. Green amid stalled talks on their first contract. Housing Market Signals: Zillow found concessions show up on about 40% of apartment listings this spring as vacancy rises in many Sun Belt markets. Energy Costs: Trump called for a federal gas tax holiday, but the brief relief would likely be limited versus today’s pump prices. Community & Education: Special Olympics Rhode Island gears up for its summer games with 1,200-plus athletes expected, while Mt. Hope High School named Gavin Stegall valedictorian for the Class of 2026.
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