News

Rhode Island Becomes 1st State in U.S to Launch the Community Approach Phase of the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Program

From: Rhode Island Governor Daniel McKee
November 14, 2024
PROVIDENCE, RI – Governor Dan McKee, the Rhode Island Office of Energy Resources (OER), and the Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) have announced the commencement of Phase 2 of… Read More

Infrastructure Bank and Dept. of Housing Award $2.8 Million for Infrastructure Improvements to Five Affordable Housing Projects

From: Rhode Island Governor Daniel McKee
November 14, 2024
Pawtucket, RI – Rhode Island Infrastructure Bank, the state’s central hub for financing infrastructure improvements for municipalities, businesses, and homeowners, and the Department of… Read More

AttendanceMattersRI: Governor McKee, Commissioner Infante-Green Recognize Weekly Attendance Leaders and Improved Schools (Week of November 4, 2024)

From: Rhode Island Governor Daniel McKee
November 13, 2024
PROVIDENCE, RI — Acknowledging the importance of consistent attendance in education and in alignment with the #AttendanceMattersRI campaign, Governor Dan McKee and Commissioner Angélica… Read More

Governor McKee and State Leaders Honor the Service of Rhode Island’s Veterans

From: Rhode Island Governor Daniel McKee
November 11, 2024
Bristol, RI — On Nov 11th, Governor Dan McKee, Veterans Services Director Kasim Yarn, members of Rhode Island's Congressional Delegation, and state and local leaders honored the selfless… Read More

Statement from Governor Dan McKee on Results of 2024 Presidential Election

From: Rhode Island Governor Daniel McKee
November 6, 2024
PROVIDENCE, RI — Governor Dan McKee released the following statement regarding the results of the 2024 Presidential election:“Here in Rhode Island, our work at the state and local level… Read More

Governor McKee, Congressional Delegation, and Office of Energy Resources Award Municipalities $2.75 Million from Energy Efficiency Conservation Block Grant Program

From: Rhode Island Governor Daniel McKee
October 28, 2024
PROVIDENCE, RI – Governor Dan McKee, Rhode Island's Congressional Delegation, and the Office of Energy Resources have awarded $2.75 million from the Energy Efficiency Conservation Block Grant… Read More

Governor McKee Announces $4.95 Million Award to Rhode Island for Continuation of Early Childhood Planning

From: Rhode Island Governor Daniel McKee
October 24, 2024
Providence, RI – Governor Dan McKee announced on Oct 24th, Rhode Island has been awarded a three-year Preschool Development Birth Through Age Five Planning Grant (PDG B-5) totaling $4.95… Read More

McKee Administration, Department of Housing, RIHousing Announce Over $60 Million Available for Affordable Housing Development Through RIHousing’s Consolidated RFP Process

From: Rhode Island Governor Daniel McKee
October 17, 2024
PROVIDENCE, RI – The McKee Administration, Department of Housing and RIHousing on Oct 17th, announced the opening of another competitive round of funding for the development and rehabilitation… Read More

Governor McKee, Health Officials Kick Off Flu Vaccination Campaign

From: Rhode Island Governor Daniel McKee
October 17, 2024
Flu shots encouraged for all Rhode Islanders six months of age and older PROVIDENCE, RI — Governor Dan McKee joined Lieutenant Governor Sabina Matos, Director of Health Jerry Larkin, MD, and… Read More

Governor McKee, City and Town Officials Highlight RhodeRestore - Governor McKee’s Municipal Road Grant Program

From: Rhode Island Governor Daniel McKee
October 16, 2024
WARWICK, RI – Governor Dan McKee, Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) Director Peter Alviti, Jr., Warwick Mayor Frank Picozzi, North Providence Mayor Charles Lombardi and South… Read More

Washington Bridge Demolition Resumes, New Procurement Opens for Bridge Reconstruction

From: Rhode Island Governor Daniel McKee
October 15, 2024
McKee Administration Provides Key Updates on the Washington Bridge Project Providence, RI – Governor Dan McKee and the Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) on Oct 15th,… Read More

Gubernatorial Proclamation: Litter-Free Rhode Island’s Take the Pledge Week

From: Rhode Island Governor Daniel McKee
October 8, 2024
WHEREAS, Rhode Island is known for its natural beauty, which extends across its pristine beaches, green parks, rich forests, vibrant cities, and rural towns, all offering unique contributions to the… Read More

Governor McKee Appoints Dr. Michael Browner Jr. to the Rhode Island Ethics Commission

From: Rhode Island Governor Daniel McKee
October 4, 2024
Providence, RI — Governor Dan McKee on Oct 4th, announced his appointment of Michael Browner Jr., Ph.D., to serve on the Rhode Island Ethics Commission. Dr. Browner currently works as the… Read More

Rhode Island Commerce Approves Incentive Agreements for REGENT Craft to Grow Manufacturing Operations in the State

From: Rhode Island Governor Daniel McKee
October 3, 2024
PROVIDENCE, RI — On Oct 3rd, the Board of Directors of the Rhode Island Commerce Corporation approved incentive awards to REGENT Craft, Inc. (REGENT) ahead of the development of a new… Read More

Governor McKee Encourages Rhode Island Residents to Participate in the Safe Streets for All Statewide Survey

From: Rhode Island Governor Daniel McKee
September 27, 2024
PROVIDENCE, RI - Governor Dan McKee announced September 27, 2024 the deadline for the statewide Safe Streets for All (SS4A) survey has been extended to October 18, 2024. The survey, originally set to… Read More