AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoRhode Island Consumer Protection: Rhode Island drivers may soon get refunds after Attorney General Peter Neronha reached a $1.35 million settlement with parking operator UPP Global over alleged deceptive fees and ticket notices that made charges look official; coverage includes certain UPP lots in Providence, Newport and East Greenwich from Oct. 1, 2019, to Aug. 31, 2024. Public Policy & Privacy: Gov. Dan McKee signed Rhode Island’s Genetic Information Privacy Act, requiring genetic testing companies to get express consent for permitted uses, protect data, and allow customers to request deletion—aimed at giving Rhode Islanders control even if a company is sold or goes bankrupt. Business & Community Recognition: Providence Business News named 24 honorees for its 2026 Leaders & Achievers Awards, spanning manufacturing, health care, education, nonprofit, finance, hospitality, legal and more, with an Aug. 20 ceremony in Warwick. Emergency Communications: INDIGITAL’s MEVO platform earned recognition for keeping 911 call handling running during major disasters, highlighting resilient communications infrastructure with Rhode Island ties. Maritime Spotlight: The Spirit of Bermuda completed the 2026 Newport Bermuda Race, repairing lightning-damaged carbon-fiber mast components in an international operation involving Rhode Island.
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