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Rhode Island Lawmakers Debate Mr. Potato Head License Plates

1/26/2026

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Rhode Island lawmakers propose removing Mr. Potato Head from state license plates after Hasbro's relocation to Boston.
Rep. Brian Newberry argues the move could cause significant economic losses and opposes advertising Hasbro's products on plates.
The plates, introduced in 2002, have raised nearly $60,000 for the Rhode Island Community Food Bank, according to spokesperson Kate MacDonald.
Hasbro's departure ends its nearly 70-year presence in Pawtucket, Rhode Island.

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Rhode Island lawmakers propose removing Mr. Potato Head from state license plates after Hasbro's relocation to Boston.
Rep. Brian Newberry argues the move could cause significant economic losses and opposes advertising Hasbro's products on plates.
The plates, introduced in 2002, have raised nearly $60,000 for the Rhode Island Community Food Bank, according to spokesperson Kate MacDonald.
Hasbro's departure ends its nearly 70-year presence in Pawtucket, Rhode Island.