AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoPermitting Reform Watch: Rhode Island’s Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse is among lawmakers pushing for a Senate deal on permitting reform, with reports that senators could leave Washington early for the campaign trail if an agreement doesn’t land. Quonset Traffic Upgrade: RIDOT says three new ramps tied to the “Missing Move” project are set to open Sept. 25, adding safer connections between Route 403, Route 1, and the Quonset Business Park. Gas Prices: AAA Northeast reports Rhode Island’s average self-serve regular gas price rose 3 cents to $4.40 a gallon. Providence Stabbing Case: Providence police say a 19-year-old UMass Dartmouth student faces murder charges in the stabbing death of teammate Marvins Antoine outside a Wendy’s. Solar for All Legal Win: A federal judge blocked the EPA from ending the $7 billion Solar for All program, a move aimed at lowering bills for low-income households. Revolution Wind Milestone: Revolution Wind installed its final turbine off Rhode Island/Connecticut and is on track for full operation later this year. Workers’ Comp Ruling: Rhode Island’s Workers’ Compensation Appellate Division upheld denial of reimbursement for chiropractic and acupuncture when the worker paid out of pocket without timely notice to the insurer.
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