Attorney General Peter F. Neronha
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Official account for the Office of Rhode Island Attorney General Peter F. Neronha
Congratulations to Alison Bittl, Chelsea Baittinger, Jonathan Burke, Sean Malloy, and Nicholas Vaz on their swearing-in as Assistant Attorneys General by Chief Justice Suttell today. Thank you for all the work you do on behalf of the people of Rhode Island.
about 17 hours ago
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Check out the latest from
@carlosrmunoz.bsky.social
in the Boston Globe, highlighting our latest settlement in an effort to protect Rhode Island’s waters from harmful pollution.
3 days ago
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Attorney General Neronha announces $25 million settlement with Monsanto, Solutia, and Pharmacia for PCB Contamination:
www.riag.ri.gov/press-releases/attorney-general-neronha-announces-25-million-settlement-monsanto-solutia-and
3 days ago
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reposted by
Attorney General Peter F. Neronha
Edward Fitzpatrick
6 days ago
@peterneronha.bsky.social
presses
@risenate.bsky.social
to act on clergy abuse bill. “It is punting, passing the buck, failing to carry out our responsibility as senators,” Sen. McKenney said. “It is, for the survivors of the abuse a timid, feeble action.”
www.bostonglobe.com/2026/05/15/m...
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‘Put this to a vote’: R.I. attorney general presses Senate to act on clergy abuse bill, not wait for court input - The Boston Globe
“It is, in my view, punting, passing the buck, failing to carry out our responsibility as senators,” Senator Mark McKenney said. “It is, for the survivors of the abuse a timid, feeble action.”
https://www.bostonglobe.com/2026/05/15/metro/ri-ag-senate-clergy-abuse-bill/?s_campaign=sharetool_Bluesky_view
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Jury convicts Pawtucket man for 2023 murder:
www.riag.ri.gov/press-releases/jury-convicts-pawtucket-man-2023-murder
7 days ago
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This morning, AG Neronha joined the Narragansett Bay Commission as the keynote speaker for the 31st Annual Environmental Merit Awards. We must act now to safeguard our natural resources, and the business leaders honored today set an example with their commitment to environmental protection.
8 days ago
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Attorney General Neronha sues Quidnessett Country Club for construction of illegal seawall:
www.riag.ri.gov/press-releases/attorney-general-neronha-sues-quidnessett-country-club-construction-illegal-seawall
9 days ago
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Portsmouth man sentenced to life in prison for 2023 murder:
www.riag.ri.gov/press-releases/portsmouth-man-sentenced-life-prison-2023-murder
10 days ago
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Check out the latest from Providence Business News, highlighting our new legislative proposals aimed at improving Rhode Island’s health care system:
pbn.com/neronha-anno...
13 days ago
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Attorney General Neronha, coalition successfully protect critical homeland security funding from unlawful cuts by Trump Administration:
www.riag.ri.gov/press-releases/attorney-general-neronha-coalition-successfully-protect-critical-homeland-security
14 days ago
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Attorney General Neronha announces new legislation to further address health care crisis.
www.riag.ri.gov/press-releas...
14 days ago
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Pawtucket man to be sentenced for driving death of 34-year-old Providence woman:
www.riag.ri.gov/press-releases/pawtucket-man-be-sentenced-driving-death-34-year-old-providence-woman
23 days ago
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Today, the Office hosted our annual Crime Victims Rights event in Memorial Park alongside FSRI and advocates to celebrate local heroes in victim services while honoring those affected by crime. Congratulations to those recognized — your dedication to supporting victims makes our community stronger.
29 days ago
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From getting Revolution Wind online to bringing settlement funds back to Rhode Islanders, this Office has been stacking up environment wins. There is no time to waste. Our state needs clean and affordable energy now — and yes, we can have both. Happy Earth Day 🌎
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29 days ago
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Honored to participate in Secretary Amore’s annual Civic Leadership Summit and have great conversations with some of Rhode Island’s best and brightest students. With these future leaders, RI is in good hands!
about 1 month ago
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reposted by
Attorney General Peter F. Neronha
Edward Fitzpatrick
about 1 month ago
“Our children deserve to grow up without fear of violence and discrimination,”
@peterneronha.bsky.social
said. “Our schools should be places where our children feel safe and supported, which was not the case for a Smithfield freshman on Sept. 29, 2025.”
www.bostonglobe.com/2026/04/16/m...
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R.I. school district failed to respond appropriately to antisemitic hazing of football player, AG concludes - The Boston Globe
Smithfield public schools agree to a five-part set of corrective actions intended to “foster a better, safer environment for students and prevent something like this from happening again.”
https://www.bostonglobe.com/2026/04/16/metro/ri-smithfield-high-football-antisemitic-hazing/?s_campaign=sharetool_Bluesky_view
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Attorney General Neronha successfully defends State in baseless Department of Justice complaint:
www.riag.ri.gov/press-releases/attorney-general-neronha-successfully-defends-state-baseless-department-justice
about 1 month ago
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Attorney General Neronha concludes investigation into Smithfield Public Schools for 2025 hazing incident:
www.riag.ri.gov/press-releases/attorney-general-neronha-concludes-investigation-smithfield-public-schools-2025
about 1 month ago
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reposted by
Attorney General Peter F. Neronha
Edward Fitzpatrick
about 1 month ago
R.I. school district failed to respond appropriately to antisemitic hazing of football player,
@peterneronha.bsky.social
's office concludes. Smithfield public schools agree to a corrective actions intended to “prevent something like this from happening again.”
www.bostonglobe.com/2026/04/16/m...
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R.I. school district failed to respond appropriately to antisemitic hazing of football player, AG concludes - The Boston Globe
Smithfield public schools agree to a five-part set of corrective actions intended to “foster a better, safer environment for students and prevent something like this from happening again.”
https://www.bostonglobe.com/2026/04/16/metro/ri-smithfield-high-football-antisemitic-hazing/?s_campaign=sharetool_Bluesky_view
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Jury convicts Fall River man for 2022 murder:
www.riag.ri.gov/press-releases/jury-convicts-fall-river-man-2022-murder
about 1 month ago
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Attorney General Neronha, coalition win case against Live Nation for illegally monopolizing live entertainment industry:
www.riag.ri.gov/press-releases/attorney-general-neronha-coalition-win-case-against-live-nation-illegally
about 1 month ago
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Providence man to serve double life sentences for Mother’s Day murder:
riag.ri.gov/press-releases/providence-man-serve-double-life-sentences-mothers-day-murder
about 1 month ago
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reposted by
Attorney General Peter F. Neronha
Edward Fitzpatrick
about 1 month ago
@peterneronha.bsky.social
announces 28th annual Open Government Summit at
@rwulaw.bsky.social
on June 4
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It's that time of year again! Join us for this year's Open Government Summit on Thursday, June 4, 2026 in-person or online. Sign up today at:
tinyurl.com/ogsummit2026
about 1 month ago
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Today, AG Neronha swore in Jordan Moore as the newest Special Assistant Attorney General of our Criminal Division. Welcome, Jordan!
about 1 month ago
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Today, AG Neronha joined
@whitehouse.senate.gov
at Rhode Island Energy, Environment, and Oceans Leaders Day for a conversation about the future of climate policy in Rhode Island and the Office’s federal accountability work. The climate crisis is urgent — state leaders must act now.
about 1 month ago
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Attorney General Neronha, coalition sue Trump Administration over unlawful executive order attempting to exert federal control over elections:
www.riag.ri.gov/press-releases/attorney-general-neronha-coalition-sue-trump-administration-over-unlawful-executive
about 2 months ago
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Attorney General Neronha, coalition issue statement before Supreme Court Birthright Citizenship oral arguments:
www.riag.ri.gov/press-releases/attorney-general-neronha-coalition-issue-statement-supreme-court-birthright
about 2 months ago
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Attorney General Neronha, coalition sue Trump Administration for rolling back limits on toxic air pollutants:
www.riag.ri.gov/press-releases/attorney-general-neronha-coalition-sue-trump-administration-rolling-back-limits-0
about 2 months ago
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Attorney General Neronha, coalition sue Trump Administration for placing illegal conditions on billions in critical USDA funding:
www.riag.ri.gov/press-releases/attorney-general-neronha-coalition-sue-trump-administration-placing-illegal
about 2 months ago
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Happy St. Patrick’s Day to all who celebrate, and especially to our Irish & Irish-American community members. ☘️
2 months ago
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Jury convicts Massachusetts man for child molestation:
www.riag.ri.gov/press-releases/jury-convicts-massachusetts-man-child-molestation
2 months ago
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It’s Day 4 of
#sunshineweek
, and today we’re sharing info about public records procedures☀️ Stay tuned for tomorrow!
2 months ago
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It’s Day 3 of
#sunshineweek
, and today we’re sharing info about meeting minutes☀️ Stay tuned for tomorrow!
2 months ago
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It’s Day 2 of
#sunshineweek
, and today we’re sharing info about APRA exemptions ☀️ Stay tuned for tomorrow!
2 months ago
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Today, AG Neronha joined the Rhode Island Foundation to announce $7.9 million in grants to provide dental care for Providence children. Dental care is health care, especially for young children. These funds will help deliver dental care to the Rhode Island children that need it most.
2 months ago
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Attorney General Neronha, coalition challenge Trump Administration’s attack on fair housing laws:
www.riag.ri.gov/press-releases/attorney-general-neronha-coalition-challenge-trump-administrations-attack-fair
2 months ago
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Every year, we celebrate National Sunshine Week to promote open and transparent government. Today, we’re kicking of
#sunshineweek
by sharing info about quorums under the Open Meetings Act ☀️ Stay tuned for tomorrow!
2 months ago
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Attorney General Neronha, coalition sue to stop unlawful data demand to colleges and universities:
www.riag.ri.gov/press-releases/attorney-general-neronha-coalition-sue-stop-unlawful-data-demand-colleges-and
2 months ago
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reposted by
Attorney General Peter F. Neronha
Edward Fitzpatrick
2 months ago
After clergy abuse report,
@peterneronha.bsky.social
wants to open a window for civil claims against the Catholic Church.
@rihouseofreps.bsky.social
passed such a bill last year but
@risenate.bsky.social
balked, citing constitutional concerns. Hearing on Thursday.
www.bostonglobe.com/2026/03/09/m...
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After clergy abuse report, R.I. AG Neronha wants to open a window for civil claims against the Catholic Church - The Boston Globe
The House passed such legislation last year, but the Senate balked, citing constitutional concerns. A hearing is set for Thursday.
https://www.bostonglobe.com/2026/03/09/metro/revival-window-clergy-abuse-providence-diocese-ri/?s_campaign=sharetool_Bluesky_view
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Attorney General Neronha, coalition vow to continue case against Live Nation for illegally monopolizing live entertainment industry:
www.riag.ri.gov/press-releases/attorney-general-neronha-coalition-vow-continue-case-against-live-nation-illegally
2 months ago
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reposted by
Attorney General Peter F. Neronha
Peter Neronha
3 months ago
Still a lot of work to do! But I’m grateful that my Office was able to use private equity’s own money to keep these hospitals open for the last few months and deliver 40 million of that money to the hospitals today to give them a jumpstart. Thank you AG HealthCare Team and good luck RW and Fatima!
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reposted by
Attorney General Peter F. Neronha
Edward Fitzpatrick
3 months ago
Amid reports of sexual abuse by priests, a story of one courageous nun. “If only the Diocese over this course of history had taken the approach of that religious sister,”
@peterneronha.bsky.social
said, “many children would have been spared this horrific abuse.”
www.bostonglobe.com/2026/03/06/m...
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Amid reports of sexual abuse by priests, a story of one courageous nun - The Boston Globe
“If only the Diocese over this course of history had taken the approach of that religious sister,” R.I. Attorney General Neronha said, “many children would have been spared this horrific abuse.”
https://www.bostonglobe.com/2026/03/06/metro/ri-catholic-church-abuse-report-nun/?s_campaign=sharetool_Bluesky_view
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Today, Attorney General Neronha joined state leaders to announce that the Centurion Foundation closed on the sale of Roger Williams Medical Center and Fatima Hospital. We must work to ensure the continued viability of these hospitals and of Rhode Island’s overall health care system.
3 months ago
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Attorney General Neronha, coalition sue Trump Administration to stop latest round of illegal tariffs:
www.riag.ri.gov/press-releases/attorney-general-neronha-coalition-sue-trump-administration-stop-latest-round
3 months ago
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Attorney General Peter F. Neronha
Rhode Island Current
3 months ago
“The numbers are staggering, shocking, astounding,”
@peterneronha.bsky.social
told reporters during a more than two-hour press conference Wednesday. “And we know we didn’t get it all.”
rhodeislandcurrent.com/2026/03/04/a...
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AG details scope of Catholic Church child sexual abuse and cover-ups in RI over decades • Rhode Island Current
A new report from Rhode Island Attorney General Peter Neronha says the Diocese of Providence concealed decades of sexual abuse by Catholic clergy, identifying at least 315 victims and 72 credibly…
https://rhodeislandcurrent.com/2026/03/04/ag-details-scope-of-catholic-church-child-sexual-abuse-and-cover-ups-in-ri-over-decades/
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Attorney General Peter F. Neronha
Edward Fitzpatrick
3 months ago
‘It makes you angry’: R.I. attorney general
@peterneronha.bsky.social
details accusations of abuse by clergy — and how church leaders responded
www.bostonglobe.com/2026/03/04/m...
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‘It makes you angry’: R.I. attorney general details accusations of abuse by clergy — and how church leaders responded - The Boston Globe
Neronha said that former Providence Bishop Thomas J. Tobin had repeatedly sought leniency for credibly accused priests, recommending that the Vatican not remove them from the priesthood.
https://www.bostonglobe.com/2026/03/04/metro/clergy-abuse-providence-diocese-bishop-tobin/?s_campaign=sharetool_Bluesky_view
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Attorney General Neronha today published the Office’s Report on Child Sexual Abuse in the Diocese of Providence. Learn more and download the report at
riag.ri.gov/diocese-report
3 months ago
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Attorney General Neronha, Governor McKee, General Assembly Leadership issue statement on Roger Williams & Fatima:
www.riag.ri.gov/press-releases/attorney-general-neronha-governor-mckee-general-assembly-leadership-issue-0
3 months ago
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Attorney General Neronha, coalition file lawsuit challenging the Kennedy vaccine schedule and unlawful overhaul of federal childhood immunization policy:
www.riag.ri.gov/press-releases/attorney-general-neronha-coalition-file-lawsuit-challenging-kennedy-vaccine-schedule
3 months ago
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