AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoCannabis Regulation: Rhode Island’s Senate confirmed Michelle Reddish as the new chair of the Cannabis Control Commission, with Robert Jacquard reappointed—keeping the state’s medical, recreational, and hemp oversight on track. Life Sciences & Jobs: The Rhode Island Life Science Hub named Bob Cormier as its new president and CEO, following Dr. Mark Turco’s unexpected March resignation. Maritime Industry: UConn launched the UConn Shipbuilding Initiative to coordinate shipbuilding research, workforce training, and supply-chain work, citing more than $130M already secured for maritime projects. Infrastructure: Washington Bridge replacement work moved into the in-water phase, with crews installing the first of 32 drilled shafts for the new westbound span. Waste & Materials: A new mattress-foam recycling patent aims to turn polyurethane foam into synthetic leather, shoe soles, and phone-case materials. Energy & Climate: The NSF has begun dismantling an ocean monitoring network earlier than planned, raising alarms about losing key data on warming oceans. Local Business: Bartholomew & Co. named Alex Bartholomew CEO, continuing a leadership transition at the firm managing nearly $6B. Public-Private Partnerships: Pawtucket’s APA RI event will spotlight Tidewater Landing and what it takes to deliver a major P3 waterfront project.
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