McKee to sign executive order for 37th Governor's Bay Day

Rhode Island Gov. Dan McKee will sign an executive order creating the state’s 37th annual Governor’s Bay Day on Wednesday. The order establishes Sunday, July 26, as a day with free parking at all Rhode Island State Beaches. It also allows the public to fish in Rhode Island’s saltwaters without a recreational fishing license from Friday, July 24 through Sunday, July 26. On Sunday, July 26, the RIPTA South County Express Beach Bus will waive round-trip fares. The ceremonial signing will take place at Rocky Point State Park. The announcement frames the initiative as a one-weekend extension of beach access, fishing permission, and transit affordability tied to the Governor’s Bay Day tradition.