For many individuals battling cancer, hair loss is one of the most visible and emotionally devastating side effects of treatment. This legislation ensures that patients have access to medically recognized supportive care that preserves dignity, privacy, and quality of life.
Proud to join Sens. McKenney & Appollonia in presenting a $4,000 Senate grant to the Warwick Pilgrim Senior Center! Their lunches, events & activities keep seniors active, connected & supported and strengthening our entire community. Thank you for all you do!
Great marching today in the Friendly Sons of St. Patrick of the Pawtuxet Valley St. Patrick’s Day Parade in West Warwick! ☘️ Proud to celebrate Irish heritage and community. Congratulations to this year’s Grand Marshal, Senator Mark McKenney! 🇮🇪
Great to attend the RI Academic Decathlon at Bryant today. Students from 17 schools, 200+ competitors and 80 volunteers, showed incredible talent and teamwork. Thanks to President and Co-Founder John Howell for the invite and tour. Very encouraged about the next generation.
On Thursday, several members of the Senate, including Matthew LaMountain, Mark McKenney, Todd Patalano and Peter Appollonio, took part in the Warwick Police Department’s Promotional Ceremony held at Warwick City Hall.
Innocent people were harmed and killed in today’s senseless violence at Brown University. Public safety cannot be optional. We must act to prevent violence and protect our communities. I stand with the Brown community during this tragic time.
Wishing everyone across Rhode Island a very Happy Thanksgiving. Grateful for our communities, our families, and all who make our state a better place each day. Enjoy the time with loved ones!
Today, legislation introduced by Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Matthew L. LaMountain (@mattlamountain.bsky.social) that protects employees’ free speech in the workplace was ceremonially signed into law.
Learn more: www.rilegislature.gov/pressrelease...
Today, Sen. @mattlamountain.bsky.social took part in a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the new Presley Apartments in Warwick. A former Sheraton hotel, the Presley has 190 studio and one-bedroom rentable units priced for middle-income individuals and families.
More info: rilegislature.gov/pressrelease...
Today, Sens. Mark McKenney and @mattlamountain.bsky.social helped congratulate Kent Hospital President & COO Dr. Paari Gopalakrishnan on his appointment as the next President & CEO of Greater Baltimore Medical Center in Maryland.
Learn more in the Warwick Beacon: warwickonline.com/stories/pass...
Happy Fourth of July from the Ocean State! 🇺🇸
Today we celebrate the birth of our nation and the freedoms that define us. Grateful for those who’ve fought to protect them. Wishing everyone in Rhode Island a safe and joyful Independence Day!
Warwick North Little League brings families together and gives our kids a place to learn, grow, and have fun. Proud to support this great community program with a Senate grant so they can keep building memories on and off the field. ⚾️
The General Assembly today passed legislation introduced by Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman @mattlamountain.bsky.social and House Judiciary Committee Chairman Robert E. Craven that would protect employees’ free speech in the workplace.
Learn more: rilegislature.gov/pressrelease...
Excited to be on-site for the groundbreaking ceremony of the new Pilgrim High School! A major step forward for our students & community—bringing next‑gen learning spaces starting in Fall 2027.
The Senate today approved legislation introduced by Senator @mattlamountain.bsky.social to prohibit an unfair real estate practice that is often targeted at older homeowners, sometimes resulting in a lien against their property or other problems.
Learn more: rilegislature.gov/pressrelease...
Today, we pause to honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation. Their courage and dedication will never be forgotten. Let us remember them with gratitude and strive to live in a way that honors their legacy. 🇺🇸
The Senate Thursday approved two bills introduced by Senator Matthew L. LaMountain (@mattlamountain.bsky.social) that would protect college savings plans and savings accounts for disabled Rhode Islanders.
Learn more: rilegislature.gov/pressrelease...
Today I lost a dear friend and mentor — a true public servant whose political career was defined by integrity, vision, and dedication to others. His guidance shaped my path, and his absence leaves a deep void. Rest in peace DJR. Your legacy lives on.
Happy to share my experience with high school students at the RI Civic Leadership Program last night. They were a very impressive group and had some great questions. Thank you to the Secretary of State for the invite.
Thank you to all who attended last night, it’s truly an honor to be selected to be the Grand Marshal of this year’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade, hosted by the Friendly Sons of St. Patrick of the Pawtuxet Valley.
Recently, I was honored to meet and support Scouts of the Narragansett Council. They had more than 19,000 hours of community service and collected over 177,000 pounds of food in 2024.
Please join me on February 6th @ 3:30pm with the Sojourner House team at the State House Library to promote the V.I.C.T.I.M Act.
The Act looks to address the inadequate funding available for victim services in our community.
We hope you can join us!
I am glad to share why I joined most of my colleagues in voting to re-elect Senator Ruggerio as our president.
www.providencejournal.com/story/opinio...
Glad to attend the 41st Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Scholarship Breakfast put on by Ministers Alliance of RI. Let us not forget the words of Dr. King, “The complete education gives one not only power of concentration but worthy objectives upon which to concentrate.”