Governor Dan McKee
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Recent News About Governor Dan McKee
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Governor McKee Nominates Rhode Island Cannabis Control Commission Members
Governor Dan McKee today announced his appointments to the Rhode Island Cannabis Control Commission.
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Pawtucket Signs Learn365RI Municipal Compact, Commits to Increasing Out-of-School Learning Opportunities
Governor Dan McKee and Pawtucket Mayor Donald R. Grebien today signed the Learn365RI Municipal Compact.
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Governor McKee Nominates Jonathan Womer for Department of Administration Director
Governor Dan McKee today announced that he has selected Jonathan Womer as his nominee to serve as the next Director of the Department of Administration (DOA). Womer will replace Brian Daniels, who has served as Acting DOA Director since April following the departure of James E. Thorsen.
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McKee Administration, SkillsRI Launch RI Rebounds Technical Assistance Program through the RI Small Business HUB
Eligible small businesses may receive up to $10,000 for individualized support from local vendors to help stabilize, strengthen, and scale their business
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Governor McKee Nominates Richard Charest to Serve as Executive Office of Health and Human Services Secretary
Governor Dan McKee today announced his appointment of current Department of Behavioral Healthcare, Developmental Disabilities & Hospitals (BHDDH) Director Richard Charest to serve as the next Secretary of the Executive Office of Health and Human Services (EOHHS).
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Warren Signs Learn365RI Municipal Compact, Commits to Increasing Out-of-School Learning Opportunities
On May 11, Governor Dan McKee, Warren Town Manager Kate Michaud, and Council President John Hanley signed the Learn365RI Municipal Compact.
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Governor McKee, State Officials, Legislators Announce Rhode Island to Adopt Clean Car & Truck Emission Standards to Rein in Carbon Pollution
Governor Dan McKee, state officials and environmental champion legislators announce that Rhode Island will join seven states, including Massachusetts, in adopting a policy aimed at reining in carbon pollution by slashing tailpipe emissions from cars, trucks, and SUVs.
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RIDE Launches $3 Million W.E.L.L. Initiative to Support School Wellness Spaces
Wellness spaces provide opportunities for students and staff to focus on self-care and reduce stress and anxiety
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Providence Signs Learn365RI Municipal Compact, Commits to Increasing Out-of-School Learning Opportunities
Governor Dan McKee and Providence Mayor Brett Smiley today signed the Learn365RI Municipal Compact.
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McKee Administration Recognizes Clean Energy Achievements Across Public Sector at 6th Annual Lead by Example Awards
Governor Dan McKee, House Speaker K. Joseph Shekarchi, Senate Environment & Agriculture Committee Chairwoman Alana M. DiMario, and and Acting State Energy Commissioner Chris Kearns on Tuesday recognized 19 state and quasi-government agencies, municipalities, and public schools for their renewable energy and energy efficiency achievements at its sixth Annual Lead by Example Clean Energy Awards ceremony.
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East Greenwich Signs Learn365RI Municipal Compact, Commits to Increasing Out-of-School Learning Opportunities
Governor Dan McKee and East Greenwich Town Manager Andrew Nota today signed the Learn365RI Municipal Compact.
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Governor McKee Nominates Carol O’Donnell to Rhode Island Commerce Corporation Board, Reappoints Three Members
Governor Dan McKee today announced that he has selected Carol O’Donnell as his nominee to serve on the Rhode Island Commerce Corporation Board.
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Governor McKee, Secretary Pryor Announce Budget Proposal to Spur Housing Development, Invest in Solutions and Supports for Municipalities, and Create Housing Opportunities at Every Income Level
New housing proposal includes creation of statewide Low Income Housing Tax Credit, funding for transit-oriented development program, investment in priority housing developments and housing-related infrastructure, and more
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Executive Office of Health and Human Services and the Rhode Island Foundation Award $3.25 Million in Grants to Address Opioid Use
Grants are fully funded with proceeds from the state’s Opioid Settlement Agreement
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McKee Administration’s Executive Office of Health and Human Services Awards Community Organizations $85K in Grants to Support Medicaid Renewals
Grants will help community-based organizations train staff and conduct outreach to ensure Rhode Island maintains record high rate of insurance coverage
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East Providence Signs Learn365RI Municipal Compact, Commits to Increasing Out-of-School Learning Opportunities
Governor Dan McKee today announced that East Providence has become the third community to sign the Learn365RI Municipal Compact.
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Governor McKee, Congressional Delegation, Mayor Smiley Mark New Phase of Offshore Wind Construction Hub at ProvPort
125+ Local Union Workers Launch Fabrication on Foundation Components for Revolution Wind Ørsted and Eversource Investing $100 Million+ in Work Underway at New Assembly Hall; Largest Investment in Rhode Island Offshore Wind Supply Chain