Vol. CXXXII · No. CDLXXXIXFRIDAY, JULY 10, 2026Ocean State Edition

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State to Drop One of 13 Defendants in Washington Bridge Lawsuit

Rhode Island Attorney General Peter Neronha's office announced it will dismiss claims against Commonwealth Engineers & Consultants Inc., one of 13 companies sued over their work on the failed westbound Washington Bridge. A spokesperson said discovery produced to date highlights the central role of other defendants in the negligent conduct at issue. The state will continue pursuing claims against the remaining 12 defendants, with trial scheduled for late 2027.

wpri.comJUN 24, 2026
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Governor McKee Appoints Ralph Liguori to Judicial Nominating Commission

Governor Dan McKee appointed attorney Ralph Liguori to serve on the Rhode Island Judicial Nominating Commission, the independent body responsible for recommending candidates for judicial appointments. Liguori, a partner at Jones Kelleher with 33 years of trial experience, previously served on the Rhode Island Supreme Court Disciplinary Board and the Commission on Judicial Tenure and Discipline. The JNC was created in 1994 and is composed of nine volunteer Rhode Island residents.

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First Circuit Affirms Dismissal of Second Amendment Challenge on Standing Grounds

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the First Circuit affirmed dismissal of a plaintiff's federal lawsuit challenging firearms prohibitions for persons subject to protective orders, holding the plaintiff failed to satisfy the redressability component of Article III standing. The court also affirmed dismissal of a damages claim on qualified immunity grounds. The case involved challenges to federal and state statutes prohibiting firearm possession by persons with certain convictions or protective orders.

rilawyersweekly.comJUN 24, 2026
JudiciaryFree press

Two Rhode Islanders Charged in $6.5 Billion Federal Healthcare Fraud Crackdown

Two Providence residents were charged in a nationwide Justice Department healthcare fraud enforcement action involving 455 defendants and $6.5 billion in alleged fraud. Mareli Arias Batista and Balni Pimental Lara face federal charges including aggravated identity theft, wire fraud, and healthcare fraud for allegedly obtaining Rhode Island Medicaid benefits using false identities. The DOJ announced approximately 1,079 medical providers were suspended and 1,403 had billing privileges revoked.

turnto10.comJUN 24, 2026
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Rhode Island Supreme Court Affirms Sexual Assault Conviction Despite DNA Testimony Challenge

The Rhode Island Supreme Court affirmed a first-degree sexual assault conviction despite the defendant's argument that admission of DNA testimony from a lab supervisor who did not perform the testing violated his Confrontation Clause rights. The court ruled the constitutional issue was not properly preserved for appeal, declining to apply the narrow exception for novel rules of law following Smith v. Arizona.

rilawyersweekly.comJUN 23, 2026
JudiciaryFree press

RI Supreme Court Rules Regular-Use Exclusion in Auto Policy Is Jury Question

The Rhode Island Supreme Court reversed a Superior Court decision that granted summary judgment to Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company, holding that whether a non-owned automobile constitutes 'regular use' under an uninsured/underinsured motorist policy exclusion is a factual determination for the jury. The trial justice erred by discharging the jury after the plaintiff rested, as factual issues remained unresolved.

rilawyersweekly.comJUN 23, 2026
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First Circuit Denies Reconsideration in Brazilian Woman's Asylum PSG Appeal

The First Circuit denied a petition for review, holding that the Board of Immigration Appeals did not abuse its discretion in denying a motion to reconsider its dismissal of an appeal from an immigration judge's denial of asylum. The petitioner failed to show her particular social group arguments met requirements for reconsideration, and her characterizations of the BIA's holding were inaccurate.

rilawyersweekly.comJUN 23, 2026
GovernanceFree press

McKee Signs Law Allowing Abuse Survivors to Terminate Leases Early

Governor Dan McKee signed the Rhode Island Survivor Early Lease Termination Act into law on June 18, allowing survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking to end rental leases without long-term penalties if they fear for their safety. Eligible tenants must provide documentation including restraining orders, police reports, or advocate letters, and receive one month to move with refunds of prepaid rent and security deposits. The legislation also establishes a process for emergency lock changes.

wpri.comJUN 23, 2026
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General Assembly Approves Record $15.2 Billion FY27 Budget With Multiple Funding Increases

The Rhode Island General Assembly approved a $15.2 billion fiscal 2027 budget on June 9, including an additional $15 million for hospital uncompensated care, $1.6 million for Newport Hospital Birthing Center, $5 million for URI medical school startup costs, and over $24 million to fully fund direct state education aid. The budget also authorizes a ballot question for $275 million in borrowing for capital improvements at state colleges.

turnto10.comJUN 23, 2026
GovernanceCommunity

New Law Requires Rhode Island Bars to Offer Drink Lids to Prevent 'Roofying'

Governor Dan McKee signed legislation on June 18 requiring bars and establishments serving alcohol to offer drink lids to customers upon request to prevent drink-spiking. The law, modeled after a California measure and taking effect January 1, 2027, requires venues to have removable lids fitting at least one type of container, with businesses allowed to charge wholesale cost. Sponsors said the bill addresses potentially devastating consequences of drink-spiking incidents.

thenewportbuzz.comJUN 23, 2026
GovernancePrimary

Governor McKee Signs Four Bills Into Law on June 18

Governor Dan McKee transmitted four bills with his signature on June 18, 2026: S2139, H7163, S2787, and H7415. The governor's office published transmittal messages for each measure. Details on specific bill contents were not provided in the announcement, which followed standard executive signing procedures.

governor.ri.govJUN 22, 2026
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