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Rosemary Thomas, Deputy Chief of Staff for Rhode Island Governor Gina Raimondo, delivers remarks at a public hearing on February 28, 2018, expressing the governor’s strong opposition to offshore drilling off the coast of Rhode Island. Speaking on behalf of Governor Raimondo, Thomas highlights the potential threats to the state’s coastal ecosystems, economy, and regional industries, including seafood and tourism. She emphasizes Rhode Island’s commitment to offshore wind power as a sustainable energy alternative and outlines the state’s protective laws and policies for marine resources. Thomas references a letter submitted to Secretary Zinke, urging an exemption for Rhode Island from offshore drilling proposals. The hearing underscores the state’s unified stance against oil and gas development in its waters.

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