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Governor Dan McKee @govdanmckee.bsky.social · 6h

Rhode Island continues to soar. ✈️

T.F. Green International Airport once again ranks among the top 10 airports in the U.S. by CN Traveler—and it's the only airport in New England to make the list.
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The Best Airports in the US: 2025 Readers’ Choice Awards

The best of the best combine moments of calm with ways to optimize your time.

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Governor Dan McKee @govdanmckee.bsky.social · 9h

Cybersecurity enrollment at RIC Cyber Institute has grown nearly 400% in just 3 years. This is a strong example of how our investments are strengthening Rhode Island's talent pipeline in emerging industries. #CybersecurityMonth

Governor Dan McKee @govdanmckee.bsky.social · 1d

Behind every improved test score is a student showing up, a teacher inspiring, and a family supporting. Rhode Island’s students are moving forward — and we’ll keep giving them every chance to succeed. #Learn365RI

Governor Dan McKee @govdanmckee.bsky.social · 5d

Strong unions like @weareliuna.bsky.social are essential partners in building a better future for Rhode Island.

Together, we're putting people to work in good-paying jobs on projects that will pay dividends for generations to come.

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Governor Dan McKee @govdanmckee.bsky.social · 6d

🏈 Game on! Excited to join players, coaches, and fans as we gear up for the 2025 Governor’s Cup between URI Football and Brown Football.

For the first time, this historic rivalry will be played at the brand-new Centreville Bank Stadium in Pawtucket.

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Governor Dan McKee @govdanmckee.bsky.social · 6d

Proud moment for Rhode Island! URI has once again been ranked the #1 public university in New England by @wsj.com.

Congratulations to the students, faculty, and staff for your commitment to excellence. You make our state stronger every day. Go Rams!

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Governor Dan McKee @govdanmckee.bsky.social · 6d

When the U.S. Department of Education ended the national Blue Ribbon program, we launched Rhode Island’s own to continue recognizing excellence in our schools.

Congrats to Melville, Pocasset, and Bailey Elementary. Your dedication makes Rhode Island proud.

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Governor Dan McKee @govdanmckee.bsky.social · 7d

A new @annenberginstitute.bsky.social report shows our investment in summer math camps is working: students scored 4.5 percentage points higher than their peers.

When we invest in learning, we set students up for success—that’s what #Learn365RI is all about.
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Summer math camps boost algebra skills for Rhode Island students

A new report from Brown University shows, summer math camps helped Rhode Islanders boost their scores and skills.

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Governor Dan McKee @govdanmckee.bsky.social · 8d

Visited FM Global’s cutting-edge Research Campus in Glocester. This company just earned a spot on TIME’s World’s Best Companies list—proud to have innovators like FM in Rhode Island.

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Governor Dan McKee @govdanmckee.bsky.social · 9d

We're bringing in new ocean tech jobs, protecting offshore wind workers, and signing new laws to improve student safety and reform health care.

Check out our latest #RIReplay to see the progress we're making together.

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Governor Dan McKee @govdanmckee.bsky.social · 12d

We're kicking off a $2.9M project at the Peace Dale Library to create a new Community Learning Center—one of 20 we're supporting across the state. 📚

This investment is about creating opportunities for learning, health, and workforce development for South Kingstown residents.

Governor Dan McKee @govdanmckee.bsky.social · 12d

The stakes are high: If Congress lets Enhanced Premium Tax Credits expire, Rhode Island could lose $130M in support. Over 40,000 people would face higher health care costs and up to 13,000 could lose coverage entirely. We need action to protect affordable care.

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Governor Dan McKee @govdanmckee.bsky.social · 13d

Rhode Island isn’t just talking about the housing crisis—we’re building our way out of it.

The Presley Apartments is a prime example, transforming a hotel into 190 new units.

We’ve made real progress, and we’re accelerating toward our goal of permitting 15K new units by 2030.

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Governor Dan McKee @govdanmckee.bsky.social · 13d

Rhode Island is building momentum, attracting investment, supporting small businesses, and creating good-paying jobs as we compete on the global stage.

Great to see leaders engaged in this work at Bryant University's 2025 Global Trade Summit.

Governor Dan McKee @govdanmckee.bsky.social · 13d

When we invest in students, we invest in Rhode Island’s future. The newly renovated Student Services Center at CCRI offers a one-stop space where students can access the support they need to succeed, all under one roof.

Governor Dan McKee @govdanmckee.bsky.social · 14d

Big news—5 companies are officially joining Ocean State Labs, our first-ever life science incubator! It’s another way we’re turning Rhode Island into a hub for innovation, good-paying jobs, and breakthrough research.

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Governor Dan McKee @govdanmckee.bsky.social · 14d

This year, Fitch upgraded Rhode Island’s credit rating to AA+, citing our disciplined fiscal management. This means lower borrowing costs, stronger investor confidence and momentum for economic growth. #RI2030

Check out our plan to continue the progress: RI2030.com

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Governor Dan McKee @govdanmckee.bsky.social · 15d

A big thank you to Governor Ned Lamont for his partnership as we continue to pursue an all-of-the-above approach to affordable energy that includes offshore wind, nuclear, gas, hydro and other technologies.

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Governor Dan McKee @govdanmckee.bsky.social · 15d

Revolution Wind is back on track—a big win for Rhode Island and Connecticut.

Workers are returning to the job and we’re continuing our progress toward lowering long-term energy costs for families and businesses.

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Governor Dan McKee @govdanmckee.bsky.social · 20d

NEW: The latest jobs numbers are in. As national unemployment ticked up slightly ⬆️, RI’s rate dropped down ⬇️ to 4.6%.

The number of unemployed Rhode Islanders decreased for the 3rd month in a row. These numbers show our labor market is resilient, despite national uncertainty.

Governor Dan McKee @govdanmckee.bsky.social · 21d

Energy costs are putting real pressure on families and businesses, especially in the winter months.

We’re moving forward with a $180M relief package that provides direct help and puts money back in Rhode Islanders’ pockets.

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Governor Dan McKee @govdanmckee.bsky.social · 22d

Rhode Island’s Hispanic community is a vital part of our state’s culture, economy and future. It was an honor to celebrate #HispanicHeritageMonth with the Rhode Island Hispanic Chamber of Commerce at their annual gala, a reminder of the strength that comes from diversity and community.

Governor Dan McKee @govdanmckee.bsky.social · 22d

I’m joining fellow governors to call on Congress to extend the vital tax credits that make health coverage affordable for millions of Americans, including tens of thousands of Rhode Islanders.

With families already facing rising costs, Congress must act to keep coverage within reach.

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Governor Dan McKee @govdanmckee.bsky.social · 22d

Great news: FM Global just made TIME’s list of the World’s Best Companies of 2025. That’s right—this Johnston-based company is now recognized among the best in the world.

Rhode Island is proud to be home to top-tier, growing businesses like FM.