(Providence, RI)--Rhode Island Governor Dan McKee is using his veto pen for the first time since assuming office in March.McKee has vetoed a bill that would create a statewide registry for short-term housing rentals, stating he doesn't support it because it will create additional burdens for property owners.McKee also vetoed a bill which would amend the process for a renewable energy company connecting to the power grid in Rhode Island.He said the bill would require ratepayers to fund electric system upgrade costs that are currently the responsibility of renewable energy developers.
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