Attorney General Peter F. Neronha
@peterneronha.bsky.social
Official account for the Office of Rhode Island Attorney General Peter F. Neronha
This year, we tackled violence in our communities in part by prosecuting individuals responsible for violent crime, seeking justice for victims & their families. Our Office remains staunchly committed keeping RI'ers safe by all means available to us.
December 30, 2025 at 6:01 PM
This year, we tackled violence in our communities in part by prosecuting individuals responsible for violent crime, seeking justice for victims & their families. Our Office remains staunchly committed keeping RI'ers safe by all means available to us.
Our Office is laser-focused on Roger Williams & Fatima. The continued viability of these safety-net hospitals is essential to ensure all RI'ers have access to quality care. They are integral to our community network of care & employ thousands of RI'ers, & we will continue to prioritize them in 2026.
December 29, 2025 at 6:03 PM
Our Office is laser-focused on Roger Williams & Fatima. The continued viability of these safety-net hospitals is essential to ensure all RI'ers have access to quality care. They are integral to our community network of care & employ thousands of RI'ers, & we will continue to prioritize them in 2026.
Since January 20, the federal Administration has taken actions that extend far beyond the President’s constitutional authority, impacting the rights of Rhode Islanders in real time. Our Office is leading the charge, taking key issues to RI federal court & courtrooms across the country, & winning.
December 28, 2025 at 4:35 PM
Since January 20, the federal Administration has taken actions that extend far beyond the President’s constitutional authority, impacting the rights of Rhode Islanders in real time. Our Office is leading the charge, taking key issues to RI federal court & courtrooms across the country, & winning.
Consumers: we’ve got your back. So far in 2025, our Consumer Protection Unit has resolved 378 consumer complaints, resulting in over $1.2 million in value returned to Rhode Islanders, and still counting.
File a consumer complaint at www.riag.ri.gov/forms/consumer-complaint
File a consumer complaint at www.riag.ri.gov/forms/consumer-complaint
December 28, 2025 at 12:10 AM
Consumers: we’ve got your back. So far in 2025, our Consumer Protection Unit has resolved 378 consumer complaints, resulting in over $1.2 million in value returned to Rhode Islanders, and still counting.
File a consumer complaint at www.riag.ri.gov/forms/consumer-complaint
File a consumer complaint at www.riag.ri.gov/forms/consumer-complaint
Our Cold Case Unit re-examines cases, develops new witnesses and evidence, and uses modern technology to identify those responsible. This October, in collaboration with local law enforcement, the Unit closed two decades-old homicide cold cases, delivering answers for the victims’ families.
December 26, 2025 at 7:42 PM
Our Cold Case Unit re-examines cases, develops new witnesses and evidence, and uses modern technology to identify those responsible. This October, in collaboration with local law enforcement, the Unit closed two decades-old homicide cold cases, delivering answers for the victims’ families.
This year, our victim services team worked tirelessly to support victims and their families across RI. In April, we hosted our annual Crime Victims’ Rights event in Memorial Park alongside local government, law enforcement, and advocates to honor local heroes and those affected by violent crime.
December 26, 2025 at 1:22 AM
This year, our victim services team worked tirelessly to support victims and their families across RI. In April, we hosted our annual Crime Victims’ Rights event in Memorial Park alongside local government, law enforcement, and advocates to honor local heroes and those affected by violent crime.
This year, we hosted our 27th annual Open Government Summit with 500+ attendees. Through educating the public about the Access to Public Records Act and the Open Meetings Act, while fielding APRA and OMA complaints, we prioritized accountability in state and municipal government in 2025.
December 24, 2025 at 4:03 PM
This year, we hosted our 27th annual Open Government Summit with 500+ attendees. Through educating the public about the Access to Public Records Act and the Open Meetings Act, while fielding APRA and OMA complaints, we prioritized accountability in state and municipal government in 2025.
Attorney General Neronha, coalition file lawsuit challenging federal attack on gender-affirming care:
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December 24, 2025 at 3:55 PM
Attorney General Neronha, coalition file lawsuit challenging federal attack on gender-affirming care:
www.riag.ri.gov/press-releas...
www.riag.ri.gov/press-releas...
This year, we sought further justice for victims of the opioid epidemic by going after those responsible for marketing these highly addictive drugs. To date, we have brought more than $315M in cash and lifesaving medication to RI, all of which will be used for treatment, prevention, and recovery.
December 23, 2025 at 3:58 PM
This year, we sought further justice for victims of the opioid epidemic by going after those responsible for marketing these highly addictive drugs. To date, we have brought more than $315M in cash and lifesaving medication to RI, all of which will be used for treatment, prevention, and recovery.
Attorney General Neronha, coalition sue Trump Administration to defend critical consumer protection efforts:
www.riag.ri.gov/press-releases/attorney-general-neronha-coalition-sue-trump-administration-defend-critical-consumer
www.riag.ri.gov/press-releases/attorney-general-neronha-coalition-sue-trump-administration-defend-critical-consumer
December 22, 2025 at 9:42 PM
Attorney General Neronha, coalition sue Trump Administration to defend critical consumer protection efforts:
www.riag.ri.gov/press-releases/attorney-general-neronha-coalition-sue-trump-administration-defend-critical-consumer
www.riag.ri.gov/press-releases/attorney-general-neronha-coalition-sue-trump-administration-defend-critical-consumer
Attorney General Neronha reaffirms commitment to defending clean energy infrastructure following suspension notice:
www.riag.ri.gov/press-releases/attorney-general-neronha-reaffirms-commitment-defending-clean-energy-infrastructure
www.riag.ri.gov/press-releases/attorney-general-neronha-reaffirms-commitment-defending-clean-energy-infrastructure
December 22, 2025 at 9:00 PM
Attorney General Neronha reaffirms commitment to defending clean energy infrastructure following suspension notice:
www.riag.ri.gov/press-releases/attorney-general-neronha-reaffirms-commitment-defending-clean-energy-infrastructure
www.riag.ri.gov/press-releases/attorney-general-neronha-reaffirms-commitment-defending-clean-energy-infrastructure
This year, we leveraged our environmental enforcement authorities to protect Rhode Islander’s health and welfare. We continued fervently enforcing environmental law and advocating for clean energy solutions, helping to ensure that our natural surroundings are healthy for generations to come.
December 22, 2025 at 8:25 PM
This year, we leveraged our environmental enforcement authorities to protect Rhode Islander’s health and welfare. We continued fervently enforcing environmental law and advocating for clean energy solutions, helping to ensure that our natural surroundings are healthy for generations to come.
It’s been a busy year for our office. As we count down to 2026, we’re highlighting some of our accomplishments that benefited Rhode Islanders in 2025, unranked and non-exhaustive.
December 22, 2025 at 8:25 PM
It’s been a busy year for our office. As we count down to 2026, we’re highlighting some of our accomplishments that benefited Rhode Islanders in 2025, unranked and non-exhaustive.
Attorney General Neronha, law enforcement partners announce death of suspect in Brown University mass shooting:
www.riag.ri.gov/press-releases/attorney-general-neronha-law-enforcement-partners-announce-death-suspect-brown
www.riag.ri.gov/press-releases/attorney-general-neronha-law-enforcement-partners-announce-death-suspect-brown
December 19, 2025 at 3:14 AM
Attorney General Neronha, law enforcement partners announce death of suspect in Brown University mass shooting:
www.riag.ri.gov/press-releases/attorney-general-neronha-law-enforcement-partners-announce-death-suspect-brown
www.riag.ri.gov/press-releases/attorney-general-neronha-law-enforcement-partners-announce-death-suspect-brown
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What a terrible day at Brown last night, in the very building where both my sons were educated not long ago.
In the command post last night, I saw dozens of law enforcement officers led by PPD and our prosecutors working this case and making steady progress.
We’ll achieve justice. More to come.
In the command post last night, I saw dozens of law enforcement officers led by PPD and our prosecutors working this case and making steady progress.
We’ll achieve justice. More to come.
December 14, 2025 at 2:21 PM
What a terrible day at Brown last night, in the very building where both my sons were educated not long ago.
In the command post last night, I saw dozens of law enforcement officers led by PPD and our prosecutors working this case and making steady progress.
We’ll achieve justice. More to come.
In the command post last night, I saw dozens of law enforcement officers led by PPD and our prosecutors working this case and making steady progress.
We’ll achieve justice. More to come.
Attorney General Neronha, coalition secure win preventing Trump Administration from blocking billions in disaster preparedness funding:
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December 11, 2025 at 8:56 PM
Attorney General Neronha, coalition secure win preventing Trump Administration from blocking billions in disaster preparedness funding:
www.riag.ri.gov/press-releas...
www.riag.ri.gov/press-releas...
Jury finds Indiana man guilty of child molestation and sexual assault in 1987 cold case:
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December 11, 2025 at 7:13 PM
Jury finds Indiana man guilty of child molestation and sexual assault in 1987 cold case:
www.riag.ri.gov/press-releas...
www.riag.ri.gov/press-releas...
Today, AG Neronha spoke at Politics & Pancakes, where he discussed the work of the Office, including updates on healthcare policy initiatives, federal accountability, and more. Thanks to @pellcenter.bsky.social and Newport Chamber of Commerce for the invitation!
December 11, 2025 at 4:02 PM
Today, AG Neronha spoke at Politics & Pancakes, where he discussed the work of the Office, including updates on healthcare policy initiatives, federal accountability, and more. Thanks to @pellcenter.bsky.social and Newport Chamber of Commerce for the invitation!
Attorney General Neronha, coalition secure victory preventing Trump Administration from halting wind energy permitting:
www.riag.ri.gov/press-releases/attorney-general-neronha-coalition-secure-victory-preventing-trump-administration
www.riag.ri.gov/press-releases/attorney-general-neronha-coalition-secure-victory-preventing-trump-administration
December 9, 2025 at 2:59 PM
Attorney General Neronha, coalition secure victory preventing Trump Administration from halting wind energy permitting:
www.riag.ri.gov/press-releases/attorney-general-neronha-coalition-secure-victory-preventing-trump-administration
www.riag.ri.gov/press-releases/attorney-general-neronha-coalition-secure-victory-preventing-trump-administration
Reposted by Attorney General Peter F. Neronha
Whew! We’ve been busy holding the Trump Administration accountable for breaking the law and hurting Rhode Islanders.
Dem AGs and our amazing staffs are leading this fight. Proud of them and their work.
Dem AGs and our amazing staffs are leading this fight. Proud of them and their work.
December 6, 2025 at 3:49 PM
Whew! We’ve been busy holding the Trump Administration accountable for breaking the law and hurting Rhode Islanders.
Dem AGs and our amazing staffs are leading this fight. Proud of them and their work.
Dem AGs and our amazing staffs are leading this fight. Proud of them and their work.
Reposted by Attorney General Peter F. Neronha
NEW: Rhode’s Island’s two embattled safety-net hospitals — Roger Williams and Fatima Hospital — will remain open through at least January with the help of funds from an escrow held by @peterneronha.bsky.social’s office. More:
@bostonglobe.com
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Rhode Island’s two embattled safety-net hospitals will remain open through January - The Boston Globe
Attorney General Peter Neronha will cover the hospitals’ losses through January – which he expects will be $5 to $6 million – from an escrow account extracted from Prospect Medical Holdings' former ow...
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December 5, 2025 at 6:07 PM
NEW: Rhode’s Island’s two embattled safety-net hospitals — Roger Williams and Fatima Hospital — will remain open through at least January with the help of funds from an escrow held by @peterneronha.bsky.social’s office. More:
@bostonglobe.com
www.bostonglobe.com/2025/12/05/m...
@bostonglobe.com
www.bostonglobe.com/2025/12/05/m...
In November, we helped return over $192,339 to 48 consumers - that’s an average of $4,007 per person.
Need to file a consumer complaint? Fill out the form: 🔗 www.riag.ri.gov/forms/consumer-complaint
Need to file a consumer complaint? Fill out the form: 🔗 www.riag.ri.gov/forms/consumer-complaint
December 2, 2025 at 8:19 PM
In November, we helped return over $192,339 to 48 consumers - that’s an average of $4,007 per person.
Need to file a consumer complaint? Fill out the form: 🔗 www.riag.ri.gov/forms/consumer-complaint
Need to file a consumer complaint? Fill out the form: 🔗 www.riag.ri.gov/forms/consumer-complaint
Attorney General Neronha, coalition sue to block unlawful SNAP eligibility guidance.
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November 26, 2025 at 5:58 PM
Attorney General Neronha, coalition sue to block unlawful SNAP eligibility guidance.
www.riag.ri.gov/press-releas...
www.riag.ri.gov/press-releas...
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@peterneronha.bsky.social co-leads lawsuit over new HUD policy that would shift Continuum of Care funding away from permanent housing toward transitional housing and "lead to predictably disastrous results." By @krish-eh.bsky.social
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Neronha co-leads suit over HUD policy that would put more people into homelessness • Rhode Island Current
Nineteen attorneys general and two governors filed suit in Rhode Island on Tuesday to stop the Trump administration from shifting nearly $4 billion in housing grants, a policy change they say could pu...
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November 25, 2025 at 10:01 PM
@peterneronha.bsky.social co-leads lawsuit over new HUD policy that would shift Continuum of Care funding away from permanent housing toward transitional housing and "lead to predictably disastrous results." By @krish-eh.bsky.social
rhodeislandcurrent.com/2025/11/25/n...
rhodeislandcurrent.com/2025/11/25/n...
Reposted by Attorney General Peter F. Neronha
A lawsuit filed in US District Court in Rhode Island alleges that the Trump administration made illegal changes to funding for programs supporting people who are homeless that will cut access to long-term housing and potentially lead to the evictions nationwide.
R.I. AG leads coalition in lawsuit against Trump administration over HUD funding cuts to programs reducing homelessness - The Boston Globe
The lawsuit accuses HUD of dramatically reducing the amount of funding from a key grant program that can be spent on permanent housing, potentially lead to the evictions of thousands.
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November 25, 2025 at 9:07 PM
A lawsuit filed in US District Court in Rhode Island alleges that the Trump administration made illegal changes to funding for programs supporting people who are homeless that will cut access to long-term housing and potentially lead to the evictions nationwide.