Providence Mayor Vetoes Rent Control Bill Passed by City Council
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What happened
Brett Smiley, Mayor of Providence, vetoed a rent control bill that had been passed by the Providence City Council. Smiley stated that he believes the policy is a "false promise". This veto occurred during a tight re-election campaign against David Morales.
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Why it matters
The veto puts Smiley on the opposite side of a progressive policy in Providence. David Morales, who defeated Smiley in the primary, pledged to sign rent control into law in his first 100 days.
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Who's involved
- Brett SmileyMayor of Providence who vetoed the rent control bill
- ProvidenceThe city where the rent control bill was vetoed
- city councilThe legislative body that passed the rent control bill
- David MoralesCandidate who defeated Smiley and pledged to sign rent control
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The entities involved
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Brett Smiley
American politician from Rhode Island
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Los Angeles
seat of Los Angeles County, and largest city in California, United States