@cotterforri.bsky.social
I am a determined mom of three representing Exeter, Richmond, and Hopkinton at the RI State House. It's time for strong, ethical leadership. #RI
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Representative Megan Cotter: The real cost of Washington’s shutdown
"Here in Rhode Island, we can’t control what happens in Congress, but we can do what Washington won’t. We can help families."
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"Here in Rhode Island, we can’t control what happens in Congress, but we can do what Washington won’t. We can help families."
steveahlquist.substack.com/p/representa...
Representative Megan Cotter: The real cost of Washington’s shutdown
"Here in Rhode Island, we can’t control what happens in Congress, but we can do what Washington won’t. We can help families."
steveahlquist.substack.com
October 20, 2025 at 3:39 PM
Representative Megan Cotter: The real cost of Washington’s shutdown
"Here in Rhode Island, we can’t control what happens in Congress, but we can do what Washington won’t. We can help families."
steveahlquist.substack.com/p/representa...
"Here in Rhode Island, we can’t control what happens in Congress, but we can do what Washington won’t. We can help families."
steveahlquist.substack.com/p/representa...
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September 17, 2025 at 1:36 AM
We are almost to our goal! There is a little more time to join our grassroots movement 👇👇👇
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💙 Join the Host Committee! 💙
Help power our Fall Fundraiser & grassroots campaign:
✔️ Name on invite & at event
✔️ Fuel outreach, mailers & more
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#District39 #GrassrootsPower
Help power our Fall Fundraiser & grassroots campaign:
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September 4, 2025 at 6:45 PM
💙 Join the Host Committee! 💙
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September 4, 2025 at 6:45 PM
💙 Join the Host Committee! 💙
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Join me for a Coffee Hour & Session Wrap-Up on Saturday, August 30th from 10:30–11:30 AM at Clark Memorial Library in Richmond. Let’s chat about what got done this year, what still needs fighting for, and what matters most to YOU.
🔗 RSVP here:
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August 2, 2025 at 4:03 PM
Join me for a Coffee Hour & Session Wrap-Up on Saturday, August 30th from 10:30–11:30 AM at Clark Memorial Library in Richmond. Let’s chat about what got done this year, what still needs fighting for, and what matters most to YOU.
🔗 RSVP here:
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🔗 RSVP here:
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Our kids are struggling, and teachers are sounding the alarm—they can’t do this alone.
Every student deserves access to support that helps them succeed not just academically, but emotionally and mentally too. This isn’t just about school—it’s about saving lives.
Every student deserves access to support that helps them succeed not just academically, but emotionally and mentally too. This isn’t just about school—it’s about saving lives.
“If a child falls and breaks an arm, there’s a policy, there’s help available. Mental health is very different," said state Rep. Megan Cotter. "We need to give children the tools to succeed and be successful adults.”
Crisis in the classroom: Lawmakers push for more mental health resources in schools
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and educators are continuing to warn of a sharp rise in students’ mental health struggles in the classroom.
www.wpri.com
May 10, 2025 at 1:48 AM
Our kids are struggling, and teachers are sounding the alarm—they can’t do this alone.
Every student deserves access to support that helps them succeed not just academically, but emotionally and mentally too. This isn’t just about school—it’s about saving lives.
Every student deserves access to support that helps them succeed not just academically, but emotionally and mentally too. This isn’t just about school—it’s about saving lives.
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@providencejournal.bsky.social opinion piece by Rep. Megan Cotter: The current leadership of the Airport Corporation for T.F. Green International Airport is pushing to privatize TSA ‒ an action that would devastate young families just like we once were.
www.providencejournal.com/story/opinio...
www.providencejournal.com/story/opinio...
Privatizing TSA security at TF Green hurts RI families | Opinion
The author says many families, including her own, have depended on the security and benefits TSA jobs provided.
www.providencejournal.com
May 6, 2025 at 8:02 PM
@providencejournal.bsky.social opinion piece by Rep. Megan Cotter: The current leadership of the Airport Corporation for T.F. Green International Airport is pushing to privatize TSA ‒ an action that would devastate young families just like we once were.
www.providencejournal.com/story/opinio...
www.providencejournal.com/story/opinio...
Proud to Stand United for Affordable Healthcare!
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Proud to Stand United for Affordable Healthcare!
I’m proud to have happily co-sponsored House Bill 5634 alongside Independent Rep.
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April 27, 2025 at 11:37 PM
Proud to Stand United for Affordable Healthcare!
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Want to know more about the two bills I sponsored that unanimously passed the House yesterday? These bills protect the folks who show up when disaster hits—and they matter more than ever.
Follow me on Substack for the to learn about this legislation:
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Follow me on Substack for the to learn about this legislation:
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Protecting Those Who Step Up When Crisis Strikes
When disaster hits—whether it’s a hurricane, flood, or fire—we all count on a special kind of person to show up: the ones who run toward danger while the rest of us seek shelter.
open.substack.com
April 23, 2025 at 11:58 AM
Want to know more about the two bills I sponsored that unanimously passed the House yesterday? These bills protect the folks who show up when disaster hits—and they matter more than ever.
Follow me on Substack for the to learn about this legislation:
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Follow me on Substack for the to learn about this legislation:
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When I took on the utility companies in Rhode Island by introducing a cap on their profits, I knew it was the right thing for Rhode Islanders—and now, it’s catching on nationwide.
www.politico.com/news/2025/04...
#PeopleOverProfits #RhodeIslandLeads #KeepFighting
www.politico.com/news/2025/04...
#PeopleOverProfits #RhodeIslandLeads #KeepFighting
Squeezed by Trump, blue states try squeezing utilities in return
Democratic lawmakers are pushing to limit utility profits as they seek to address voter affordability concerns and fend off criticism over the costs of clean energy policies.
www.politico.com
April 16, 2025 at 2:34 PM
When I took on the utility companies in Rhode Island by introducing a cap on their profits, I knew it was the right thing for Rhode Islanders—and now, it’s catching on nationwide.
www.politico.com/news/2025/04...
#PeopleOverProfits #RhodeIslandLeads #KeepFighting
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#PeopleOverProfits #RhodeIslandLeads #KeepFighting
I am proud of this community.
Chariho parents defend policies to protect transgender, gender diverse, and transitioning students from activist school committee members
“Finally, for those of you who are part of Moms for Liberty, I'm a mom too. Leave my kids alone.”
“Finally, for those of you who are part of Moms for Liberty, I'm a mom too. Leave my kids alone.”
Chariho parents defend policies to protect transgender, gender diverse, and transitioning students from activist school committee members
“Finally, for those of you who are part of Moms for Liberty, I'm a mom too. Leave my kids alone.”
steveahlquist.substack.com
March 14, 2025 at 1:56 AM
I am proud of this community.
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Rhode Island Energy will use the excuse that green energy is the problem.
Don’t be fooled.
Corporate fat cats wanting to line their pockets at YOUR expense.
Where have we seen that before?
Oh right….👀
Don’t be fooled.
Corporate fat cats wanting to line their pockets at YOUR expense.
Where have we seen that before?
Oh right….👀
March 9, 2025 at 7:36 PM
Rhode Island Energy will use the excuse that green energy is the problem.
Don’t be fooled.
Corporate fat cats wanting to line their pockets at YOUR expense.
Where have we seen that before?
Oh right….👀
Don’t be fooled.
Corporate fat cats wanting to line their pockets at YOUR expense.
Where have we seen that before?
Oh right….👀
March 9, 2025 at 8:08 PM
March 9, 2025 at 8:07 PM
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Our Mary Barden talked today with @kimkalunian.bsky.social about the proposed dismantling of the Dept. of Education and NEARI’s state legislative priorities.
Community Focus: NEARI Executive Director Mary Barden
Mary Barden, the executive director of the National Education Association Rhode Island, joined 12 News at 4 on Wednesday to talk about her organization’s legislative priorities for the coming…
www.wpri.com
February 27, 2025 at 1:30 AM
Our Mary Barden talked today with @kimkalunian.bsky.social about the proposed dismantling of the Dept. of Education and NEARI’s state legislative priorities.
Wages for the top 1% have skyrocketed while working families struggle to keep up. Yet, RI still relies on regressive taxes that hit the bottom 90% the hardest. It’s time for a tax system that works for everyone, not just the wealthy. #FairTax
The wages of the richest 1% have skyrocketed 182% since 1979.
Meanwhile, the wages of the bottom 90% have seen just 44% growth.
Trickle down economics was always a hoax.
Meanwhile, the wages of the bottom 90% have seen just 44% growth.
Trickle down economics was always a hoax.
February 23, 2025 at 11:08 PM
Wages for the top 1% have skyrocketed while working families struggle to keep up. Yet, RI still relies on regressive taxes that hit the bottom 90% the hardest. It’s time for a tax system that works for everyone, not just the wealthy. #FairTax
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Local reporting is so important! Happy to support @steveahlquist.bsky.social's journalism. He often writes about the Chariho School Committee and local issues across Rhode Island.
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@cotterforri.bsky.social
February 23, 2025 at 10:02 PM
Local reporting is so important! Happy to support @steveahlquist.bsky.social's journalism. He often writes about the Chariho School Committee and local issues across Rhode Island.
@cotterforri.bsky.social
@cotterforri.bsky.social
I got my tickets with my crew from Richmond! We are looking forward to it.
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Comedy Connection
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February 23, 2025 at 2:21 PM
I got my tickets with my crew from Richmond! We are looking forward to it.
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Everyone should have electricity. Rhode Island is the 14th state in the country where lawmakers and ordinary people are making this future possible! Let’s go!
Rhode Islanders deserve reliable, affordable energy—not skyrocketing rates that pad corporate profits. That’s why I introduced H5161, a bill to explore public power as an alternative to investor-owned utilities.
www.bostonglobe.com/2025/02/13/m...
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Could public power work as an alternative for R.I. by offering cheaper, more reliable energy? - The Boston Globe
Ratepayers are already paying more than ever for service that keeps getting worse, says state Representative Megan L. Cotter.
www.bostonglobe.com
February 13, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Everyone should have electricity. Rhode Island is the 14th state in the country where lawmakers and ordinary people are making this future possible! Let’s go!