AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoWashington Bridge: Providence crews have begun physical work on the new westbound span, starting with the first of 32 drilled-shaft foundation supports; the project is slated to open in November 2028, while a judge also appointed a special master to manage discovery fights in the state’s lawsuit. Energy & policy: Gov. McKee’s PUC nominee Donna Sams is stuck in legislative limbo as senators delay action until January, and a House hearing turned tense after DOE Energy Secretary Chris Wright snapped at lawmakers over canceled clean-energy grants tied to Rhode Island. Public health: Rhode Island lawmakers moved to limit Medicaid coverage for GLP-1 obesity treatments to people with Type 2 diabetes, a change critics say may raise long-term costs. Manufacturing: Rhode Island’s manufacturing sector is bracing for owner exits, with many businesses lacking succession plans. Legal & consumer: A Rhode Island federal case could face disciplinary proceedings for DOJ lawyers tied to subpoenaed medical records, and a major Honda recall includes Rhode Island vehicles over rear suspension rust risk. Business & real estate: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate and Robert Paul Properties topped $1M for the Sunshine Kids Foundation.
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