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Democrats praised the budget for boosting funding for public transportation and cost-of-living adjustments to some retirees, while Republicans criticized film tax credits and the corporate minimum tax.
Governor’s State of the State address receives a mix of praise, criticism, and skepticism from legislators and statewide office holders.
On Tuesday, state regulators approved a pricing proposal from Rhode Island Energy, the state’s dominant electric utility, that will raise electric bills by 24 percent this winter.
The bills will make it a felony to “knowingly and willfully” commit wage theft of more than $1,500, instead of a misdemeanor. House Speaker K. Joseph Shekarchi called the bills “historic.”
A bill that was supposed to help homeowners develop accessory dwelling units on their properties is unlikely to pass. Other bills are still on the table as the lawmakers attempt to wrap up this year’s session.