Tag: Courtney Hawkins
Government shutdown threatens food assistance safety net
With the government shutdown continuing indefinitely, the Rhode Island Community Food Bank is asking the public for assistance...
Government shutdown may affect SNAP benefits, other programs; Money may run out in March
Courtney Hawkins, Director of the Rhode Island Department of Human Services (RI DHS) held a press conference today to let people receiving...
Economic Progress Institute celebrates 10th Annual Policy and Budget Conference
The Economic Progress Institute (EPI) celebrated its 10th annual policy and budget conference entitled Budget Rhode Map: Paving the Way to Good Jobs. Each...