Daniel J. McKee (born June 16, 1951) is an American politician and businessman serving as the 76th governor of Rhode Island since 2021. A member of the Democratic Party, he also served as Rhode Island's 69th lieutenant governor from 2015 to 2021.

Oct 6, 2023 · Dan McKee is a lifelong Rhode Islander who proudly serves as the Ocean State’s 76th Governor. He began his career in public service on the Town Council in his hometown of Cumberland. After serving for eight years, he was elected Mayor.

Governor Dan McKee has submitted his FY 2026 budget to the General Assembly, which will make key investments to strengthen Rhode Island’s workforce, continue our momentum in education, and support the health and wellness of our …

Jan 15, 2025 · Last year alone, Rhode Island’s labor force reached its highest level on record, and we had more jobs in our state than ever before. We continued to lead the nation by launching the largest offshore wind procurement in New England history. Rhode Island is a top 10 state for children's health[1], college students[2], and our natural ...

Jan 14, 2025 · PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WJAR) — Rhode Island Gov. Dan McKee on Tuesday delivered a State of the State Address centered on the theme of teamwork. The governor touched on several areas in his...

Jan 16, 2025 · Gov. Dan McKee’s proposed $14.2 billion fiscal 2026 budget unveiled Thursday marks the largest state spending plan in history — $252.8 million more than the current year’s budget, even with cost-cutting moves and no major tax increases.

Jan 15, 2025 · Doctor shortage: McKee promised a "strategic investment" in more student loan forgiveness for primary care physicians who commit to staying and working in Rhode Island.

Jan 15, 2025 · Rhode Island Gov. Dan McKee delivered his State of the State address on Tuesday, talking about economic development, schools and health care, the Washington Bridge rebuild and the major...

In March 2021, Dan McKee became the 76th Governor of Rhode Island amidst the most challenging global pandemic in over 100 years. Governor McKee delivered one of the best vaccine rollouts in America and provided steady leadership to rebuild Rhode Island’s economy.

Jan 7, 2025 · PROVIDENCE – Gov. Dan McKee is not promising any bold moves to reduce the size of Rhode Island's $14 billion budget. A nip here and a nip there, maybe. But he is clear on this: He intends to...