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Senate Minority Leader Jessica de la Cruz on proposed pay raises for the Governor's Cabinet members: “As average hard-working Rhode Islanders face staggering energy prices and historic highs for housing costs, the Governor’s proposal is tone deaf and irresponsible.”

Now that President Trump is making things easy for RIDOT, does this mean @GovDanMckee is going to cancel the raises to his cabinet directors? After all, the Gov said the raises were warranted due to uncertainty coming from D.C.

🔥 Vanessa's sentiments reflect those of many Rhode Islanders, and I hope state lawmakers are paying attention. Her statement certainly left the chairman speechless.

Senate Minority Whip Gordon Rogers’ introduction of Senate Bill 630 which would make RI Energy bills more transparent. Using a Connecticut Eversource Energy bill as an example: “Ratepayers deserve to know exactly how much mandated public policies cost them each month”

Senator Jessica de la Cruz with some advice on how union members can fight back within their unions that are pushing an anti-2A agenda. mailchi.mp/aac20567bef6/s…

Happy Easter!

My heartfelt sympathy goes out to the family and friends of Senate President Ruggerio. May he rest in peace.

RIPEC's latest policy brief analyzes a proposal to raise RI’s top income tax rate to 8.99%. We found the 50% hike would harm RI's tax competitiveness, threaten business growth, and drive away top earners—jeopardizing long-term revenue and development. bit.ly/4jKXWIZ

Senator Jessica de la Cruz will introduce S-0038 to establish an independent Office of Inspector General today in the Senate Finance Committee at the Rise of the Senate. Tune in to Capitol TV to watch live: capitoltvri.cablecast.tv/watch/stream/6…

@RIHouse Rhode Island Senate From a GoLocalprov survey - top issues facing R.I. maybe it’s time for the GA to pass Senator Jessica de la Cruz Inspector General bill S-0038:

Over 70% of RIers support creating an Office of Inspector General..and it's a bipartisan effort! So thankful to Jeffrey Shapiro, the Massachusetts Inspector General Massachusetts Office of the Inspector General, for testifying at the Senate Finance Committee to explain how an independent inspector general operates!

Senate Minority Leader Jessica de la Cruz had the honor of addressing the RI Brotherhood of Correctional Officers’ 54th Anniversary Awards Ceremony earlier today! Congratulations to all the award winners and thank you for your service to the retiring officers

Scenes from today’s press conference on the back door Ban of the 2nd Amendment, also known as the “Assault-Style” Weapons Ban legislation: You can watch the press conference at capitoltvri.cablecast.tv/show/11260?sit…

Such a fun time with the kiddos at Steere Farm Elementary yesterday! During lunch, I had fun conversations with the kids. With topics ranging from what the Independent Man made of, what a senator does, and if I'd be president one day. 😄 After lunch, they showed me how they’re

Fun fact: Today marks the end of the Dorr Rebellion. While out celebrating our 24th wedding anniversary on Federal Hill, we stumbled upon a plaque on what used to be the headquarters of the People’s Governor. If you don’t know, the insurrectionists created a new state

This Saturday, I’m taking my coffee hour to Cranston — and I’ll be joined by Representative Chris Papalasukus and Mayor Ken Hopkins. Come by, say hello, and let’s talk about the issues that matter to you. 📍 332 Atwood Ave, Cranston, RI ⌚️ 9–10 AM 📆 May 24, 2025 RSVP at

Highlights from yesterday's coffee hour with Rep Paplauskas, Mayor Hopkins, Major Patalano, and other local leaders. Key statewide concerns: 👉 Housing legislation that overrides local zoning, 👉 Delays in school construction reimbursements, 👉 Rising cost of energy due to

Today, we remember the heroes who gave everything for our freedom. RI may be small, but our contribution to the defense of this nation has always been mighty. From the Revolution to present day, brave RIers have answered the call—and many never returned home. As we enjoy life's

Grateful for the “GOP aligned Ciccone faction” (also known as pragmatic democrats who abide by our Constitution!)