Tag: Samuel Bell
Neighborhood groups and politicians strongly support Providence’s Climate Justice Plan
Statement also opposes any proposed facilities on Allens Avenue likely to worsen pollution and asthma rates
Where did members of the General Assembly land on the Rhode Island Democratic Party...
Not every Democrat elected to the Rhode Island General Assembly is a member of the Rhode Island State Democratic Committee. By my...
Rhode Island Democratic Party passes bylaws revision over vocal objections from Women’s Caucus
"I am urging you to vote no," said Jill Sypole, "and the reason is this is not a democratic process and...
Rhode Island Economic Development Strategy comes under fire for being paid for by corporate...
"When people are paying your salary it affects the decisions that you make around policy," said Senator Sam Bell. "And I...
Senator Goldin and Representative Ajello file Reproductive Health Care Act
From a press release: With the backing of more cosponsors than ever before, Representative Edith Ajello and Senator...
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...
State Senator Sam Bell explains why he cannot support Ruggerio for Senate President
Newly elected State Senator Samuel Bell (Democrat, District 5, Providence) rose to explain why he will not support Senator Dominick Ruggerio (Democrat,...
Rhode Island General Assembly to convene on New Year’s Day
The Rhode Island General Assembly will convene on Tuesday, January 1, at 4pm as members of the Rhode Island State Senate and...
Speaker Mattiello and Democracy vs Despotism at Chapel Grille
Over 50 people, representing themselves and more than a dozen different advocacy groups, gathered outside Chapel Grille in Cranston Thursday night armed with signs,...
Senator Bell abstains from voting for Senate leadership slate at caucus meeting
During his campaign then candidate now Senator-elect Samuel Bell (Democrat, District 5, Providence) promised his constituents that he would not vote to elect Senator...