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New Laws Introduce Smoke-Free Casinos, Patient Privacy, and Sex Work Protections

https://upriseri.com/new-laws-smoke-free-casinos-patient-privacy-sex-work-protections/

Published: August 29, 2025 11:44

This summer, Rhode Island lawmakers made big moves. Casinos are now smoke-free, new protections are in place for sex workers who report crimes, and hospitals can no longer ask about your immigration status. We break down what these significant changes mean…

Your Guide to New Laws: School Takeovers, Overdose Immunity, and Disability Rights

https://upriseri.com/new-laws-school-takeovers-overdose-immunity-disability-rights/

Published: August 28, 2025 13:31

This summer, RI lawmakers changed how the state deals with struggling schools, expanded life-saving overdose protections, and built a firewall to defend disability rights from federal rollbacks. Wondering how these new laws affect you, your family, and…

New Laws Target Hidden Fees, Hair Discrimination, and Healthcare Red Tape

https://upriseri.com/new-laws-hidden-fees-hair-discrimination-healthcare-licensing/

Published: August 27, 2025 12:15

Tired of hidden fees on concert tickets? Wondering about new protections against discrimination at work? This summer, Rhode Island lawmakers passed bills that impact your wallet and your rights. We break down the new rules on junk fees, hair…

Summer Guide to New Laws: Bottle Deposits, Online Gambling, and Contract Corruption

https://upriseri.com/new-laws-bottle-deposits-online-gambling-bid-rigging/

Published: August 26, 2025 12:50

This summer, new laws will change how we recycle, how casinos operate, and how the state fights corruption. From a 10-cent bottle deposit to felony charges for bid-rigging, we break down the legislation that will impact your wallet and your government.…

New Laws Target Housing Crisis, Shoreline Access

https://upriseri.com/new-laws-housing-crisis-shoreline-access-parking/

Published: August 25, 2025 14:15

The General Assembly just passed a wave of new laws. We're breaking down major changes to zoning that could allow an apartment in your neighbor's backyard, new rules to protect beach parking, and a controversial tweak to what the state considers…

New Laws Focusing on Housing and Development

https://upriseri.com/new-laws-housing-development/

Published: August 22, 2025 11:58

The RI legislature just rewrote the rules on housing. From a new state land bank to major changes in local zoning that could transform your town, we break down the laws you need to know about. Will these changes solve the housing crisis or create new…

Your Guide to New Laws: Paid Leave, Prescriptions, and Political Speech

https://upriseri.com/new-laws-paid-leave-prescriptions-political-speech/

Published: August 21, 2025 13:25

This summer, the RI legislature quietly passed major new laws. We're breaking down a huge expansion of paid family leave, a new rule for pharmacy refills, and a controversial law targeting threats against officials that might just be unconstitutional.…

New Laws Target Gun Control, School Bus Safety, and Your Car Insurance

https://upriseri.com/new-laws-assault-weapons-ban-school-bus-cameras-car-insurance/

Published: August 20, 2025 13:01

From a major ban on assault weapons and new cameras on school buses to changes that could lower your car insurance bill, this summer's new laws will impact your safety and your wallet. We break down what you need to know about the new rules of the road.

New RI Laws Focus on Workplace Rights, Child Safety, and Voting Access

https://upriseri.com/new-laws-workplace-menopause-child-safety-mail-ballots/

Published: August 19, 2025 12:26

From new workplace protections for menopause to tougher penalties for attempted kidnapping and a major expansion of mail-in voting access for all Rhode Islanders, the legislature has been busy. We break down what these new laws mean for you and your family…

New Laws Target Infrastructure, Restaurants, and Your Prescriptions

https://upriseri.com/new-laws-rust-infrastructure-restaurants-opiod-prescriptions/

Published: August 18, 2025 14:02

From rusty bridges to ruined restaurants and pharmacy frustrations, the RI legislature passed a slate of new laws this summer aimed at fixing some very real-world problems. We're breaking down what you need to know about new rules for infrastructure,…

New Laws Target Education, Coastal Access, and Healthcare

https://upriseri.com/new-laws-phoners-classroom-coastal-access-doctor-shortage/

Published: August 15, 2025 12:18

New RI laws are on the books. We're breaking down a major change for your kid's school day, a new rule to protect public shoreline access, and a plan to bring more doctors to the state. Here’s what you need to know about how these new laws will affect you.

Your Guide to New Laws: Housing, Voting, and Debt Protection

https://upriseri.com/new-laws-housing-voting-debt-protection/

Published: August 14, 2025 13:58

This summer, RI lawmakers overhauled how the state funds affordable housing, changed mail-in voting to protect your ballot, and updated debt laws to shield your car and cash from creditors. Here’s what you need to know about these significant new laws and…

Summer Guide to New Laws: Tax Hikes for Landlords and Narcan on the Beach

https://upriseri.com/tax-hikes-landlords-narcan-on-the-beach/

Published: August 13, 2025 15:14

New RI laws are here. While lifeguards get equipped with life-saving Narcan, a major shift in property taxes hits Providence and Pawtucket. We break down the new rules for landlords in these cities and what it means for you and your wallet.

New RI Laws Target Health Care Hassles and Digital Decency

https://upriseri.com/health-care-prior-authorizations-revenge-porn/

Published: August 12, 2025 14:03

The RI legislature was busy this summer. We're breaking down new laws that could change your next doctor's visit and provide new protections against online harassment. From slashing insurance red tape to criminalizing "revenge porn," here's what you need…

From “MAGA Antitrust” to Bush-Era Bonanza: The Great Reversal That’s Costing You Money

https://upriseri.com/maga-antitrust-bush-era-reversal-ftc-doj/

Published: August 11, 2025 16:20

The Trump administration promised a populist war on monopolies, but it now appears to be a bait-and-switch. Politically-connected lobbyists and corporate cronies are calling the shots, gutting cases against corporate giants and leaving you to pay the…

Your Guide to New Laws: Payday Loans, Pay Stubs, and Prescription Costs

https://upriseri.com/payday-loans-pay-stubs-prescription-costs/

Published: August 11, 2025 12:30

This summer, Rhode Island lawmakers passed major changes affecting your finances. From the end of payday lending to new rules for your pay stub and protections for affordable drug programs, we break down what you need to know about the new laws that will…

Your Guide to New Laws: Housing Initiatives and Patient Advocacy

https://upriseri.com/housing-initiatives-and-patient-advocacy/

Published: August 8, 2025 11:57

The state is getting into the real estate game to tackle the housing crisis, offering towns "champion" status for being development-friendly. Meanwhile, a new council gives a powerful voice to Rhode Islanders with rare diseases. Here’s what you need to…

Your Guide to New Laws: A Pay Bump and Big Breaks on Medical Debt

https://upriseri.com/minimum-wage-bump-medical-debt/

Published: August 7, 2025 14:10

In this installment of our ongoing series, we're focusing on two key areas: your paycheck and the often-crushing weight of healthcare costs. These changes could mean more money in your pocket and powerful new protections when you're most vulnerable.

Trump’s Tariff Chaos Crushes RI Small Businesses While Big Corps Get Free Pass

https://upriseri.com/trumps-tariff-ri-small-businesses-price-increases/

Published: July 18, 2025 14:38

A devastating new survey reveals 78% of Rhode Island manufacturers are raising prices due to Trump's chaotic tariff policies, while small businesses struggle to survive as large corporations receive exemptions. The reality Trump won't admit: tariffs are…

The Billionaire-Backed Campaign to Stop Progressive Change in NYC

https://upriseri.com/billionaires-stop-progressive-mamdani-nyc/

Published: July 15, 2025 15:37

The Trump administration is using unprecedented "national security" powers to target NYC mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani for denaturalization, while Democratic leaders abandon their own party's nominee. This coordinated attack on citizenship itself…

RI Legislative Session Ends, Major BillBuddy Updates

https://upriseri.com/ri-legislative-session-ends-major-billbuddy-updates/

Published: July 8, 2025 18:18

With summer upon us, the 2025 legislative session has come to a close. A total of 828 new laws were passed, many of which will affect you and your family. As part of our BillBuddy service, we are offering several ways to discover what the new laws mean...