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State of Rhode Island, Governor Dan McKee ,

LATEST STATS  Economy: During the McKee Administration, Rhode Island has advanced 10 places in the U.S. News and World Report Best States list.  Rhode Island Making Moves in U.S. World and News Report “Best States” Rankings

Governor Daniel J McKee

McKee Administration’s Top Priorities

  • Increasing Educational Outcomes
  • Raising Incomes for All Rhode Islanders
  • Advancing Health and Wellness

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Gov McKee and Walsh Construction Announce Washington Bridge rebuild process

Governor McKee Announces Washington Bridge Rebuild Moves Forward

On June 6, Governor Dan McKee announced that Walsh Construction Company—one of the nation’s top bridge builders—has been selected to build a new, state-of-the-art Washington Bridge for Rhode Islanders. 

Gov McKee signs bill banning the sale of Assault Weapons in RI

Governor McKee Signs Bill Banning the Sale of Assault Weapons

On June 26, Governor Dan McKee signed legislation that bans the sale of certain military-style weapons in Rhode Island. The legislation was sponsored by Senator Louis P. DiPalma (D-Dist. 12, Middletown, Little Compton, Newport, Tiverton). Representative Jason Knight (D-Dist. 67, Barrington, Warren) sponsored companion legislation in the House.

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Governor McKee Highlights $6.5 Million for Local Road and Bridge Improvements through RhodeRestore; Program Now Permanent

Governor Dan McKee today highlighted $6.5 million in grant funding to support crucial local road and bridge improvements through RhodeRestore, the Governor’s signature municipal grant program aimed at helping local communities complete much-needed road and bridge projects. 

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Housing 2030

Housing 2030 is Rhode Island’s first bold, statewide housing plan in nearly two decades, and aims to greenlight 15,000 new homes by 2030. This isn’t just about building more—it’s about building better.

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FY26 State of Rhode Island Budget Proposal

Governor Dan McKee has submitted his FY 2026 budget to the General Assembly, which will make key investments to strengthen Rhode Island’s workforce, continue our momentum in education, and support the health and wellness of our state without raising any broad-based taxes. 

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Rhode Island 2030 Plan

Rhode Island 2030 is the McKee Administration's comprehensive policy document that charts the course for a brighter future for all Rhode Islanders—one that lifts up every resident, every community, and every corner of our state.