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Medicaid Fight: Twenty-five Democratic-led states plus D.C. sued the Trump administration over new Medicaid work requirements, arguing the “medically frail” exemption is too narrow and would push ill and disabled Rhode Islanders off coverage. Tuition Crackdown: DOJ also sued Rhode Island over state in-state tuition and scholarship benefits for noncitizens, calling the laws unconstitutional. Homelessness Funding: A Rhode Island federal judge ruled HUD’s homelessness funding overhaul violated federal law, backing the “Housing First” approach while stopping short of fully blocking funding cuts. Health Care Disruption: Brown University Health is ending its Medicare Advantage contract with UnitedHealthcare, leaving about 1,900 seniors and disabled patients facing out-of-pocket costs or provider changes. Water & Heat: Veolia imposed an outdoor water ban in South Kingstown and parts of Narragansett, while RIEMA issued an extreme heat advisory and the state flagged unhealthy ozone for sensitive groups, with cooling centers opening across South County. Road Changes: RIDOT will run a temporary road diet on Main Avenue in Warwick starting July 10, restriping to one lane each direction plus a center turn lane. Gun Rights at SCOTUS: The U.S. Supreme Court agreed to hear challenges to AR-15-style assault weapons bans, including Rhode Island’s recent measures. Local Education: Coventry math teacher Michael Cook was named Rhode Island Teacher of the Year. Cannabis Licensing: Rhode Island is asking a federal judge to undo a court order blocking pot shop licenses after the state lifted a residency requirement.

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Adam Resmini Makes Rhode Island Monthly’s 2026 Law List

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NEMIC opens free 2026 Health Innovator Pathways Program for Rhode Islanders

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Four Resmini lawyers make 2026 Rhode Island Super Lawyers list

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NASH launches regional talent strategy with New England higher ed and employers

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