Annika Melwani is a senior staff writer covering state politics and justice.
The budget proposes an income tax of nearly 9% for the top tax bracket.
On Jan. 1, Rhode Island legislation raising the minimum wage from $15 to $16 per hour went into effect.
The letter, co-signed by 125 members of Congress, gave Secretary of State Marco Rubio until Nov. 21 to answer eight questions on the subject.
A R.I. judge ordered the Trump administration must use contingency funds to support the food assistance program.
Critics highlight the bill’s provisions targeting transgender service members and eliminating diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
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