AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoTariff Fight in Federal Court: A coalition of 25 state attorneys general, including Rhode Island, sued the Trump administration over new “forced labor” tariffs, arguing the move is an unlawful pretext to recreate duties courts already struck down. Local Politics & Housing: Providence Mayor Brett Smiley laid out a second-term push on more housing, renter help, neighborhood business support, and preparations for the return of local school control. Energy Savings for RI Manufacturers: A new Rhode Island net metering initiative links local hydro power to commercial users, aiming to cut bills while strengthening the state’s renewable hydropower base. School Supply Cost Pressure: A new analysis puts the typical first-day school supply haul at about $175 per child, with Rhode Island families absorbing a larger share because the state covers a smaller slice of K-12 costs. Privacy & Health Data Breach: Lifespan Physicians Group is under investigation after a data breach potentially exposed 290,000+ patient records. Brown Leadership Shakeup: Brown University President Christina Paxson announced she will step down after the 2026-27 academic year. Public Safety Tech Debate: Cranston’s Flock camera program is drawing renewed scrutiny as Rhode Island weighs surveillance benefits against privacy concerns.
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