Recent activity at Rhode Island Division of Purchases
Meetings, budgets, and plans from this organization.
Aug 14, 2026·Board meeting
Kennedy Center Board of Trustees Board Meeting
The board meeting centered on controversial resolutions, including a vote to close the Kennedy Center for two years and the unauthorized renaming of the surrounding plaza as the Donald J. Trump Plaza. Discussions also addressed a federal court order concerning the building's naming, the exclusion of legal opinions for board actions, and the omission of litigation details regarding substantial attorney fee awards against the Center. Additionally, the meeting included presentations regarding renovation projects and their associated financial and timeline projections.
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Senator Whitehouse addressed the committee to clarify statements regarding Mr. Blanche's testimony and actions during his tenure at the Department of Justice. The discussion centered on verifying allegations, including the handling of the anti-weaponization fund, the hiring and status of Jared Wise, the vacation of seditious conspiracy convictions against members of the Proud Boys and Oath Keepers, the removal of press releases from the DOJ website, statements concerning the prosecution of President Trump, and remarks made at CPAC regarding the cleaning house of DOJ and FBI personnel.
Jul 21, 2026·Board meeting
United States Senate Committee Committee Hearing
The committee held a hearing to discuss a supplemental funding request addressing the impact on Midwestern farmers resulting from fuel and fertilizer supply interruptions during the ongoing conflict with Iran. Discussions focused on the authorization of military actions, the strategic closure of the Strait of Hormuz, the effectiveness of air strikes, and potential risks associated with military escalation and ground combat.
Jul 15, 2026·Board meeting
Senate Committee Committee Meeting
The committee meeting focused on the celebration and advancement of a bipartisan water infrastructure bill. Key discussion topics included the authorization of water projects by the Army Corps of Engineers and the reauthorization of water programs at the Environmental Protection Agency. The committee reviewed reforms designed to protect flood-prone communities, addressed the state revolving funds' effectiveness, and discussed efforts to mitigate lead and PFAS exposure through new pilot programs. Additionally, the committee considered reauthorizations for environmental restoration efforts, microplastic remediation, and cybersecurity enhancements for water utilities.
