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Four changes coming to health care in Rhode Island from the General Assembly
Rhode Island’s health care system is in crisis. Changes from the General Assembly may help alleviate some of the problems ...
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The governor also vetoed a bill that would expand the AG's authority to conduct civil investigations. - For The Win
Rhode Island is among just six states that ban kratom. That rule has been in place since 2017, when the Department of Health designated the drug's main chemical compounds, mitragynine and 7 ...
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The governor also vetoed a bill that would expand the AG's authority to conduct civil investigations. - Golfweek
The legislation was sponsored by Sen. Hanna Gallo, D-Cranston, and Rep. John "Jay" Edwards, D-Tiverton, who hold leadership roles in their respective chambers. McKee's veto message echoed concerns ...
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The governor also vetoed a bill that would expand the AG's authority to conduct civil investigations. - Austin American-Statesman
"The Act would simply empower the attorney general 'to serve as a roving civil law enforcer,'" he wrote. "I am disappointed to see the Governor’s veto and believe it to be shortsighted, putting ...