Address: 1511 Pontiac Ave, Cranston, RI 029204407

Description: The Rhode Island Department of Labor and Training offers a wide array of employment and training services to both the general public and to individuals with unusual barriers to employment. DLT is ready to assist any job seeker, whether the goal is a first job, a better job, or a career change. Rhode IslandÂ’s work force is protected through the enforcement of labor laws, prevailing wage rates, and work place health and safety standards. Temporary income support is available to unemployed, sick, or injured workers and a comprehensive rehabilitation program is available to those injured on the job. DLT is dedicated to the growth and competitiveness of Rhode Island industry, administering a variety of training grants, tax credits, and apprenticeship programs to help employers. Economic indicators and labor market information are available for long-range planning. The Agency engages in active outreach, helping large and small employers retain their best workers or retrain their existing work force. At no cost to the employer, DLT will also screen job applicants, post job vacancies, and help businesses institute cost-sharing programs that can avert layoffs.

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Address: Room 116 State House, Providence, RI 02903

Description: The Lieutenant Governor is elected by the voters of Rhode Island to serve as one of the five General Officers mandated by our state's Constitution. The Lieutenant Governor may serve two, consecutive four-year terms. Under the Constitution, the Lieutenant Governor assumes the duties of the Governor during any vacancies in the Governor's Office or in the event of the incapacitation of the Governor. The Lieutenant Governor also is designated by state law to serve in a number of other capacities and to chair several boards and commissions.

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Address: 100 Old River Rd., Lincoln, RI 02865

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Address: Department of Revenue, Cranston, RI 02920

Description: The Rhode Island Lottery is responsible for the sale of lottery products and tickets as the only authorized agency, by constitutional amendment and legislative decree, to run a lottery, as a revenue-generating arm of the State.

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