AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoMedicaid Fight: A coalition of 25 states and D.C. sued the Trump administration over new Medicaid work requirements that could kick people off coverage, including Rhode Island among the swing-state plaintiffs. ACA Costs: Marketplace insurers are proposing a median 14% premium jump for 2027, with Rhode Island included—on top of last year’s double-digit increases. RI Politics: Rhode Island is seeing a sharp rise in uncontested General Assembly races, raising fresh concerns about voters having real choices. Business Climate: CNBC ranked Rhode Island No. 48 for business in 2026, the lowest in New England, citing weak economy and infrastructure. Sports Betting Risk: Regulators in Massachusetts and Connecticut reported hundreds of underage sports-betting cases, highlighting addiction concerns. Local Environment & Community: CRMC/DEM designated more Westerly parcels for conservation and public access, while DEM scheduled invasive aquatic plant treatments in several RI waters. Education & AI: A Brown University exam story is fueling debate after students’ grades reportedly collapsed when AI-free testing was used. Public Transit: RIPTA marked 60 years with a yearlong push for service improvements and mobility options.
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