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Students march on State House to demand counselors, not cops in Providence public schools
"As many of you are aware, my friend unfortunately passed away a few months ago," said Shaylee, a sophomore at Classical High School. "After her death, there were workers going to classrooms offering help, giving out papers with phone numbers that you can call in case you're having thoughts. Some teachers were being flexible and understanding students and the library was filled with social workers for students who needed support. After the week, there was none of that... I do not want my friends death treated as a trend. The help should always be there. What students need now is support..."
Rhode Island State house Friday, April 30, 2021
Friday, April 30, 2021 9:30am Revenue and Caseload Estimating Conference https://youtu.be/lQ-s1TJFKqk Twice yearly, in the spring and the fall, the conference principals (the State Budget Officer, Senate Fiscal Advisor and House Fiscal A...
Students walkout to demand counselors, not cops in Providence public schools
"Today we are here because you have organized and called to action to removed SROs for over four years and replace them with more mental health counselors, more social workers and more social-emotional support for students," said student Jayson Rodriguez, outside PPSD offices, acting as emcee for the event. "For too long students have been disrespected and criminalized by the Providence Public School District and its contract with the police department. Today we are calling for an end to that contract and that it never be reinstated ever again."
Rhode Island State house Thursday, April 29, 2021
Thursday, April 29, 2021 1pm Governor's COVID-19 Press Conference https://youtu.be/j2-2LinDa7A 2:15pm Governor McKee Signs Bill Requiring Full Coverage of Colorectal Cancer Screening https://youtu.be/mGS1J6OyGGU Governor Dan McKee, joine...
Rhode Island State House Wednesday, April 28, 2021
Wednesday, April 28, 2021 1pm RIght from the Start: Child Care Makes the World Go Round https://youtu.be/q4cySqGDeog 1pm Press Conference: Free RIPTA Bus Fare https://youtu.be/9MMiVpKQqRk 3pm House Committee on Education https://youtu.be...
Senator Kallman and Rep Felix propose free RIPTA bus fare legislation
“Public transportation cuts across so many issues,” said Senator Meghan Kallman. “It’s a climate and environment issue. It’s a neighborhood and quality-of-life issue. It’s an economic issue. When we acknowledge this critical link between public transit, job access and social equity, the need for this legislation becomes obvious. Good public transit is a cornerstone of both climate readiness and social justice.”
Rally calls for an end to solitary confinement in Rhode Island
On Tuesday ninety advocates gathered outside the Veterans Memorial Auditorium, where the Rhode Island House of Representatives has been meeting during the pandemic, to advocate for the nd of solitary confinement in out state. Advocates erected a mock, windowless prison cell, with walls, a bed and a toilet - all that was missing were the prison bars and locked door - to illustrate the confinement and aloneness those in solitary confinement face while incarcerated by the Rhode Island Department of Corrections (RIDOC).
Rhode Island State House Tuesday, April 27, 2021
Tuesday, April 27, 2021 4pm Rhode Island House https://youtu.be/Oc_X__E3nVQ IN ORDER: H5076 SUB A by McNamara ENTITLED, AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION - EDUCATION ACCOUNTABILITY ACTH5106 by Fellela ENTITLED, AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION - L...
The family of Richard Solitro Jr calls for increased funding and awareness for mental health services
“I would hope we could improve our systems to treat mental illness more appropriately, and compassionately heed the cries for help, not just from those afflicted, but also from family, and friends who advocate for loved ones to get the help they need and deserve," said Alexandria D'Angelo, the spouse of Richard Solitro Jr, who was shot and killed by Los Angeles Police officers over the weekend. "This unfortunate tragedy should also be a wake up call to equip law enforcement with appropriate tools to address these situations in the future.”
Statement from Rhode Island State Senator Jeanine Calkin (Democrat, District 30, Warwick)
It will be a long and difficult road back, but I am a fighter. I love representing the people of Senate District 30, and all Rhode Islanders. There is so much important work ahead of us, and I will be back as soon as I can."