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Tue, 17 Dec 2024 18:30:00 GMT

Rhode Island Electoral College Casts Votes for President and Vice President



PROVIDENCE, RI – Today, Rhode Island's Electoral College convened to cast their votes for president and vice president. The state's four Presidential Electors for 2024 are Darlene Mary Allen, State Senator Robert Britto, Ami Manilal Gada, and George Nee. All four electors cast their votes for...

Fri, 13 Dec 2024 14:15:00 GMT

RI250 Commission 2024 Commemorative Ornament Now Available



PROVIDENCE, RI – Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore, chair of the Rhode Island Semiquincentennial 250th Commission (RI250), today announced the release of the 2024 semiquincentennial commemorative holiday ornament, now available at the RI State House Visitor Center and Gift Shop. This year's...

Wed, 04 Dec 2024 21:00:00 GMT

Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore Presents National Association of Secretaries of State Awards to Local Honorees



PROVIDENCE, RI – This afternoon, Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore presented National Association of Secretaries of State (NASS) Medallion Awards, as well as the NASS John Lewis Youth Leadership Award, to honorees at a State House ceremony. NASS Medallion Awards are presented by Secretaries of...

Mon, 02 Dec 2024 18:30:00 GMT

Rhode Island State House to Open for Saturday Tours on December 7



PROVIDENCE, RI – Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore, in partnership with the State House Restoration Committee, today announced that the Rhode Island State House will be open to the public on Saturday, December 7. As announced by the office of Governor Dan McKee last week, the Independent Man...

Wed, 20 Nov 2024 20:45:00 GMT

Secretary Amore, Artist Jennifer Gillooly Cahoon Unveil New Roger Williams Portrait



PROVIDENCE, RI – Last night, Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore and Rhode Island artist Jennifer Gillooly Cahoon unveiled a new portrait, titled Roger Williams: Trailblazer of Religious Freedom, at a State House ceremony. "Despite his prominent role in our state's founding and history, there are

Wed, 06 Nov 2024 19:15:00 GMT

Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore Statement on 2024 General Election



PROVIDENCE, RI – Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore today released the following statement: "Today, I am tremendously proud of the staff of the RI Department of State, the staff of the State Board of Elections, the 39 local boards of canvassers, and each and every poll worker who volunteered...

Mon, 04 Nov 2024 13:30:00 GMT

RI Department of State Issues Final Voting Reminders for November 5 General Election



PROVIDENCE, RI – Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore and the RI Department of State Elections Division are today issuing final reminders for eligible voters who wish to participate in the General Election taking place tomorrow, November 5, 2024. Early voting continues today through 4 p.m. Eligible

Mon, 28 Oct 2024 16:00:00 GMT

RI Board of Elections, RI Department of State Remind Voters to Return Mail Ballots



PROVIDENCE, RI – The Rhode Island Board of Elections and the Rhode Island Department of State are today reminding voters who are choosing to vote by mail that mail ballots must be received by the Board of Elections by 8 p.m. on Election Day, November 5, 2024. Voters can return their mail ballot

Wed, 23 Oct 2024 18:15:00 GMT

RI Department of State to Host 'Spooky State House' on October 29



PROVIDENCE, RI – Friendly frights, ghost stories, and lots of Halloween treats will soon return to the Rhode Island State House! This year's Spooky State House will take place on Tuesday, October 29. Trick-or-treaters are welcome to stop by the Rhode Island State House (82 Smith Street,...

Wed, 16 Oct 2024 15:15:00 GMT

RI Department of State, United Way of Rhode Island Remind Voters of Availability of 2-1-1 Voter Information Hotline



PROVIDENCE, RI – Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore, the RI Department of State Elections Division, and United Way of Rhode Island are today reminding voters that election information is available by dialing 2-1-1. "As Election Day draws closer, voters are beginning to cast their ballots by...

Tue, 15 Oct 2024 13:45:00 GMT

Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore, Attorney General Peter F. Neronha Remind Rhode Islanders of Voting Rights Ahead of Early Voting Period



PROVIDENCE, RI – Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore and Attorney General Peter F. Neronha are today reminding Rhode Islanders of their rights as voters ahead of the start of early voting for the November 5, 2024 general election. Together, the RI Department of State and the Rhode Island Attorney...

Mon, 14 Oct 2024 14:15:00 GMT

RI Department of State Reminds Voters of Start of Early Voting Period for November 5 General Election



PROVIDENCE, RI – Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore and the RI Department of State Elections Division are today reminding eligible voters that early voting begins Wednesday, October 16, 2024, and continues until 4 p.m. on November 4. Eligible voters can find their early voting location online at

Wed, 02 Oct 2024 13:00:00 GMT

RI Department of State Reminds Voters of Upcoming Registration Deadline for November 5 General Election



PROVIDENCE, RI – Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore and the RI Department of State Elections Division are today reminding eligible voters of important deadlines for the November 5, 2024 General Election. The deadline for individuals to be registered to vote to participate in the General...

Wed, 18 Sep 2024 15:30:00 GMT

RI Department of State Announces Availability of Voter Information Handbook for November Election



PROVIDENCE, RI – Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore and the RI Department of State Elections Division today announced that the 2024 Voter Information Handbook is now available online and is expected to be delivered to residences in early October. "The RI Department of State is committed to...

Tue, 17 Sep 2024 16:00:00 GMT

Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore, RI Department of State Welcome New Cohort of Civic Liaisons to Civic Leadership Program



PROVIDENCE, RI – Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore and the RI Department of State Civic Education & Engagement Division welcomed nearly 100 students from 44 high schools to the 2024-2025 cohort of the Rhode Island Civic Leadership Program last night at the Rhode Island State House. "As a...

Mon, 09 Sep 2024 13:15:00 GMT

RI Department of State Issues Final Voting Reminders for September 10 Primary Elections



PROVIDENCE, RI – Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore and the RI Department of State Elections Division are today issuing final reminders for eligible voters who wish to participate in the primary elections taking place tomorrow, September 10, 2024. Early voting continues today through 4 p.m....

Thu, 05 Sep 2024 16:30:00 GMT

Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore and RI Department of State Unveil New Elections Bus, Remind Voters of Important Elections Information



PROVIDENCE, RI – Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore was today joined by Kathy Placencia, Director of Elections, RI Department of State; Miguel Nunez, Executive Director, Rhode Island Board of Elections; and Christopher Durand, Interim CEO, Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) to display a...

Tue, 20 Aug 2024 13:45:00 GMT

RI Department of State Reminds Voters of Start of Early Voting Period for September Primary



PROVIDENCE, RI – Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore and the RI Department of State Elections Division are today reminding eligible voters that early voting begins tomorrow, August 21, 2024, and continues through September 9. Eligible voters can find their early voting location online at vote.ri....

Wed, 07 Aug 2024 13:45:00 GMT

RI Department of State Reminds Voters of Upcoming Registration, Disaffiliation Deadlines for September Primary



PROVIDENCE, RI – Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore and the RI Department of State Elections Division are today reminding eligible voters of important deadlines for the Primary Election being held on September 10, 2024. The deadline for individuals to be registered to vote to participate in the

Tue, 02 Jul 2024 18:45:00 GMT

RI Department of State and State Board of Elections Issue Reminders for Signature Collection Period



PROVIDENCE, RI – Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore, the RI Department of State Elections Division, and the State Board of Elections are today reminding candidates of the availability of nomination papers, sharing new educational resources, and urging candidates to follow best practices for...

Mon, 01 Jul 2024 13:00:00 GMT

Rhode Island State Archives to Display Declaration of Independence During Special Holiday Hours



PROVIDENCE, RI – Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore and the Rhode Island State Archives today announced that the State Archives will be open for special Independence Day hours on July 4 so that the public can view Rhode Island's three copies of the Declaration of Independence. "As we look...

Mon, 17 Jun 2024 14:15:00 GMT

RI Department of State Reminds Candidates of Upcoming Declaration of Candidacy Filing Period



PROVIDENCE, RI - Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore and the RI Department of State Elections Division are today reminding potential candidates of the upcoming filing period for candidate declaration forms. Declarations of candidacy must be filed on June 24, 25, or 26. The deadline to file is...

Fri, 14 Jun 2024 16:30:00 GMT

Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore Statement on End of Legislative Session



General Assembly passes 8 priority bills of the RI Department of State PROVIDENCE, RI - Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore today issued the following statement in recognition of the end of the 2024 legislative session: "In my time as Secretary of State, I have had many opportunities to work...

Fri, 31 May 2024 18:00:00 GMT

Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore Presents Civic Leadership Awards



PROVIDENCE, RI – Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore honored the more than 80 high school students selected as 2024 Rhode Island Civic Leadership Award winners at a State House ceremony on Friday, May 10, 2024. The Civic Leadership Award honors students who have excelled in areas such as public...

Thu, 23 May 2024 19:15:00 GMT

Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore and Rhode Island State Archives Open Two New Exhibits



PROVIDENCE, RI – Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore and the Rhode Island State Archives today announced the opening of two new exhibits at the Rhode Island State House and the State Archives. "As Secretary of State, I'm fortunate to be able to help tell Rhode Island's story through the...

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