Leonela Felix

May 28, 2021

After long battle, Nursing Home Staffing and Quality Care Act becomes law

Previous to the mandated 3.8 hours, there was no specific number in place regarding patient care, said Adelina Ramos, a CNA at Greenville Nursing Center who works with seniors in a dementia unit. “So if they feel like giving you...
Lawmakers ask the Energy Facilities Siting Board to reject Sea 3’s proposed LPG expansion
May 8, 2021

Lawmakers ask the Energy Facilities Siting Board to reject Sea 3’s proposed LPG expansion
“We respectfully ask that the Energy Facilities Siting Board fully vet and reject Sea 3’s proposed expansion...
State Representative Leonela Felix selected as one of nation’s outstanding rising leaders
May 6, 2021

State Representative Leonela Felix selected as one of nation’s outstanding rising leaders
“Our nation’s communities face a historic moment of challenge, and it is a humbling and energizing time...
Senator Kallman and Rep Felix propose free RIPTA bus fare legislation
April 28, 2021

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....
College Democrats of RI organize dozens of elected leaders to call for Rep Justin Price to resign
January 12, 2021

College Democrats of RI organize dozens of elected leaders to call for Rep Justin Price to resign
It is unacceptable for an elected official to defend a violent mob calling for antisemitic and anti...
Healthcare workers union delivers results in key Election Day victories
November 5, 2020

Healthcare workers union delivers results in key Election Day victories
“While nearly 900 Rhode Island nursing home residents died of COVID-19, Nick Mattiello tried to kill legislation...
Reclaim Rhode Island celebrates victories, but the work continues
November 5, 2020

Reclaim Rhode Island celebrates victories, but the work continues
With so many new, progressive faces in the General Assembly, the time is right to pass a...
Rhode Island voters prove that sexual reproductive health and rights are winning issues
November 5, 2020

Rhode Island voters prove that sexual reproductive health and rights are winning issues
“The voters of Rhode Island clearly support champions of reproductive freedom. It’s also clear that, as we...
Bernie Sanders announces Rhode Island General Election endorsements
October 9, 2020

Bernie Sanders announces Rhode Island General Election endorsements
“I am proud to endorse these excellent leaders who will make a difference in the lives of...
State legislators join community advocates to push back against potential budget cuts
September 22, 2020

State legislators join community advocates to push back against potential budget cuts
“A budget is a statement of our priorities – of the things that we value. Of course...
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