AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoOffshore Wind vs. National Security: Trump’s administration is stopping offshore wind projects, citing national security risks tied to radar and military operations—an issue Rhode Island will feel as clean energy plans stall. Water Infrastructure Push: The Senate Environment and Public Works Committee unanimously advanced the bipartisan Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) of 2026, setting up more funding for drinking water, wastewater, flood risk management, and ecosystem restoration. Wildfire Smoke Health Alert: Rhode Island is under another air quality alert Saturday, with “unhealthy for sensitive groups” conditions from recirculating Canadian wildfire smoke; sensitive residents are urged to limit outdoor time and use N95s/HEPA filtration. Algae Closures Update: RIDOH and DEM lifted the Wenscott Reservoir no-contact advisory after a harmful algae bloom cleared, while keeping advisories in place for Edgewood Lake and parts of Tiogue Lake. PFAS Testing in Tiverton: DEM testing found PFAS in some private wells near Crandall Road/Bolduc Lane; residents are being offered free well tests and filtration support. Local Wildlife Concern: A Coventry man is recovering after a black bear attack in his backyard, underscoring how wildlife encounters are rising in suburban areas.
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