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With a projected $330-million budget deficit, Rhode Island elected officials are staring down a legislative session fraught with difficult decisions across many agencies and industries. “I can assure all of you that there is no printing press in the basement, and we don’t make money, unlike the federal government, that just prints out whatever we want,” Shekarchi said. “So we have to learn to live within our means.” The legislative session in Rhode Island begins Tuesday, January 7th. Capitol Communications Group Nick Hemond Zachary Darrow #rhodeisland #governmentrelations #governmentaffairs

I humbly share this column from the Boston Globe Media, as this project was the ultimate team effort. As Rhode Island FC is one day away from playing for the United Soccer League (USL) championship in our very first season, I’d be remiss not to acknowledge the vision of Brett M. Johnson, the master class in stadium development that Daniel Kroeber is putting on, and the invaluable talent that Michael Parkhurst and Chris Canetti have brought to this club. Countless others have played invaluable roles in making this exciting project a reality, and everyone should be proud of what this club is doing. As a proud Rhode Islander, I look forward to this club being a part of the fabric of our state for generations to come. Now, one more game, boys. #neversaydie

Capitol Communications Group is honored to represent Microsoft. My recent visit to their Redmond, Washington, headquarters was genuinely inspiring. We learned more about how Microsoft is dedicated to benefiting state and local #governments through industry-leading tools. The rapid evolution of Artificial Intelligence (#AI) and its potential to assist state and local governments and their constituents is truly exciting. It was eye opening to hear about the latest technology and policy innovations poised to revolutionize government. #governmentrelations #rhodeisland #artificialintelligence

As we adapt to this evolving fiscal landscape in Rhode Island, staying engaged with policymakers is critical. ?? Implications for Stakeholders: -Advocacy Adjustments: With tighter budgets, advocacy efforts may need to recalibrate. Focused, data-driven arguments will be essential to highlight the value of continued investment in critical sectors. -Strategic Alliances: Building coalitions with like-minded organizations can amplify our voices and influence policy decisions amidst financial constraints. -Long-Term Vision: While immediate impacts could be significant, aligning with long-term strategic goals and demonstrating clear benefits can position stakeholders favorably as R.I. navigates this evolving fiscal landscape. #governmentrelations #rhodeisland #governmentaffairs #statebudget #generalassembly #RhodeIslandStateHouse Nick Hemond Zachary Darrow