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Ethics Commission Adopts Major Reform to Close the Lobbyist Loophole

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Ethics Commission Adopts Major Reform to Close the Lobbyist Loophole

Today the Rhode Island Ethics Commission voted to amend the Code of Ethics to close a loophole that allows public officials and employees to take unlimited gifts from lobbyists. The Commission did this at the request of Common Cause Rhode Island which filed a petition to close the loophole. This is the first time since 2012 that the Commission has voted to strengthen the state’s ethics laws.

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Ethics Commission Adopts Major Reform to Close the Lobbyist Loophole

Press Release

Ethics Commission Adopts Major Reform to Close the Lobbyist Loophole

Today the Rhode Island Ethics Commission voted to amend the Code of Ethics to close a loophole that allows public officials and employees to take unlimited gifts from lobbyists. The Commission did this at the request of Common Cause Rhode Island which filed a petition to close the loophole. This is the first time since 2012 that the Commission has voted to strengthen the state’s ethics laws.

Common Cause Rhode Island Mourns Loss of Alan Hassenfeld

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Common Cause Rhode Island Mourns Loss of Alan Hassenfeld

In the 1990’s, Hassenfeld served as chair of the RIght NOW! Coalition, with the former Common Cause Rhode Island executive director serving as vice chair.

Reps. Magaziner, Amo Must Oppose Anti-Voter SAVE Act

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Reps. Magaziner, Amo Must Oppose Anti-Voter SAVE Act

The Rhode Island Voting Access Coalition (RIVAC) sent a letter to Representatives Seth Magaziner (D-RI) and Gabe Amo (D-RI) urging them to oppose the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act when it comes before the U.S. House of Representatives this week.

Watchdog Group Supports Tougher Gift Rules for Elected Reps

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Watchdog Group Supports Tougher Gift Rules for Elected Reps

Today, the Rhode Island Ethics Commission began the process to strengthen the state’s “gift rule” after Common Cause Rhode Island’s advocacy in 2024.

Common Cause Rhode Island Files Complaint in Contract Scandal

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Common Cause Rhode Island Files Complaint in Contract Scandal

“The investigation into how the ILO Group was awarded a state contract exposed politics at its worst including a procurement process full of back-scratching."

Common Cause Rhode Island Statement Responding to Gov. McKee

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Common Cause Rhode Island Statement Responding to Gov. McKee


“Common Cause Rhode Island doesn’t need anyone’s permission to hold power accountable. We continue to review the material produced by the State Police and the Attorney General and will decide in the coming days whether to file a complaint with the Rhode Island Ethics Commission."

Multimillion Dollar Contract Shows Why More Transparency Needed

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Multimillion Dollar Contract Shows Why More Transparency Needed

“No Rhode Islander should feel good about what they read in this report. The Governor and every elected official are stewards of the taxpayer’s resources. That is why state contracts should be awarded to vendors who provide the best service to the people of the state, not to the politically connected."

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