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Rhode Island Legislative Leader

Dennis L. Algiere
Senate Minority Leader
REPUBLICAN
Biographical
  • Date of Birth: 07/30/1960
  • Spouse: Leigh Williams
General Background
  • High School: Westerly High School, 1978
  • College: Providence College, B.A., 1982
  • Graduate School: Northeastern University M.S.; Southern New England School of Law, J.D.
  • Business and Personal Affiliations: Lions Club of Westerly; Board, Westerly Old Town Hall Museum; President's Council, Providence College; Chair, Building Committee and Capital Campaign - Westerly Public Library; University of Massachusetts School of Law Alumni Board
Major Responsibilities
Presides over all caucuses and conferences of the minority party. Nominates minority representation on committees to the Majority Leader.
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Public Service Information
  • Public Offices and Appointments: Westerly Town Council, 1990-1992; Elected Senator November 3, 1992; Senate Deputy Minority Leader, 1995-1996; Senate Minority Leader 1997-Present
Description
The Minority Leader is elected by the membership of the minority party.
Key Staff
Chief of Staff
Patricia L. McNeilly
401-222-2708pmcneilly at rilin.state.ri.us
Director of Communications
Katie M. Haughey
401-222-2708khaughey at rilin.state.ri.us
Research/Administrative Assistant
Cheryl L. Ricci
401-222-2708cricci at rilin.state.ri.us
Legal Counsel
Harris K. Weiner
401-222-2708
more staff . . .