By Tiffany Williams - PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Legislation to ban invasive plants in Rhode Island was heard Thursday by the House Environment and Natural Resources Committee, a move sponsors say is aimed at protecting the state’s biodiversity and natural landscapes. The bill, 2026-H 7071, sponsored by Rep. Jennifer Boylan and Sen. Mark McKenney, would prohibit … Continue reading Legislation Aims to Protect Rhode Island Biodiversity by Restricting Invasive Plants

By Tiffany Williams - PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Lawmakers unveiled an aggressive new tax plan Thursday aimed at forcing the state’s wealthiest residents to pay what supporters say is their fair share while generating revenue to cover critical gaps in Rhode Island’s budget. The “Fair Share for Rhode Island Package” includes four bills targeting high earners … Continue reading Rhode Island Introduces $650M Tax Plan on High Earners and Extreme Wealth

By Tiffany Williams - PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Rep. William W. O’Brien, a Democrat representing District 54 in North Providence, said he will introduce legislation to significantly expand Rhode Island’s earned income tax credit, a move he argues would provide immediate relief to working residents and small businesses while positioning the state as a national leader … Continue reading Proposal Aims to Deliver Immediate Tax Relief to Working Rhode Islanders