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Secretary Gorbea Delivers $223,000 to Rhode Island Communities for March 2 Special Election
PROVIDENCE, RI – Secretary of State Nellie M. Gorbea is allocating $223,586 to Rhode Island cities and towns for costs associated with the state's March 2 special referenda election. The funds are part of a $632,189 grant Secretary Gorbea secured from the Center for Election Innovation and Research
Secretary Gorbea Outlines March 2 Statewide Special Election
PROVIDENCE, RI – Secretary of State Nellie M. Gorbea is outlining key information and dates for Rhode Island's special referenda election on March 2, 2021. The seven referenda questions on the ballot involve authorizing the state to borrow money through bonds and temporary notes to make capital...
Statement by Secretary of State Nellie Gorbea on Governor Gina Raimondo Being Named Commerce Secretary
"Governor Gina Raimondo has been a trailblazing leader throughout her life. In choosing her as nominee for Commerce Secretary, President-elect Biden is recognizing her experience and dedication to enhancing commerce. Governor Raimondo will serve our nation well in this role.
I am particularly...
Statement by Secretary of State Nellie Gorbea on U.S. Capitol Attack
"Today's storming of the U.S. Capitol is abhorrent. My immediate first thought was to pray for peace. May God protect the public safety officials and National Guard men and women, our members of Congress, the staff and the members of the public who are living this nightmare.
As I heartbrokenly...
Rhode Island's Electoral College Votes for Biden and Harris
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 2020 are Elizabeth Jane Beretta-Perik, James A. Diossa, Sabina Matos, and Joseph Robert Paolino, Jr. All four electors cast their votes...
Secretary Gorbea Reminds Rhode Islanders of Last-Minute Voting Options
PROVIDENCE, RI – Secretary of State Nellie M. Gorbea is reminding Rhode Islanders about two last-minute voting options for tomorrow's presidential election. First, if you missed the October 4 voter registration deadline, you can register to vote on Election Day and vote in the presidential race...
Several RI Communities to Offer Early In-Person Voting this Weekend
PROVIDENCE, RI – Secretary of State Nellie M. Gorbea is informing Rhode Island voters that several communities will be providing extended early in-person voting hours this weekend. A full list of cities and towns with weekend early in-person hours is below.
To date, more than 115,000 Rhode...
Secretary Gorbea to Rhode Islanders: Start Returning Mail Ballots Via Drop Box
PROVIDENCE, RI – Secretary of State Nellie M. Gorbea is reminding Rhode Island voters that all mail ballots for the November 3 general election must be received by election officials by 8 p.m. on Election Day.
The United States Postal Service recommends mailing your ballot at least seven days...
Secretary Gorbea Unveils New Way to Track Voter Engagement in RI
PROVIDENCE, RI – Today, Secretary of State Nellie M. Gorbea announced the launch of a new data visualization on her website that breaks down voter turnout for the 2020 general election in an intuitive, clear presentation. Users can easily track how many votes have been cast in every Rhode Island...
Secretary Gorbea Reminds Rhode Islanders of October 13 Mail Ballot Application Deadline
PROVIDENCE, RI – Secretary of State Nellie M. Gorbea is reminding Rhode Islanders that the deadline to submit mail ballot applications for the general election is Tuesday, October 13. Mail ballot applications must be received by election officials by 4 p.m. on October 13, not postmarked.
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Secretary Gorbea Reminds Rhode Islanders of October 4 Voter Registration Deadline
PROVIDENCE, RI – Secretary of State Nellie M. Gorbea is reminding Rhode Islanders that they have until Sunday, October 4, to register to vote or update their voter information for the November 3 general election. Rhode Islanders can check their voter registration status by using the Department of...
Statement by Secretary of State Nellie Gorbea on the Passing of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg
We have lost a champion of voting rights, women's rights, immigration, health care and the values that make our country great. Thank you Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg for always striving to make America live up to its promise. We mourn your loss. We will continue the fight. Rest in peace, RBG.
Statement by Secretary of State Nellie Gorbea on Elections Postcards sent by United States Postal Service
This weekend, Rhode Islanders received a national postcard from the United States Postal Service regarding voting by mail. Every state has different election laws and policies.
Despite knowing this, Postmaster General Louis DeJoy made the unfortunate decision to send a single postcard to all...
Secretary Gorbea: All Active RI Voters to Receive Mail Ballot Applications for November Election
PROVIDENCE, RI – Today Secretary of State Nellie M. Gorbea and Board of Elections member Jennie Johnson made several announcements regarding the November 3 general election in Rhode Island.
First, Secretary Gorbea announced that her office will send all active registered voters a mail ballot...
Secretary Gorbea, United Way of R.I. Launch 2-1-1 Voter Information Hotline
PROVIDENCE, RI – With Rhode Island's September 8 primary and November 3 general election fast approaching, Secretary of State Nellie M. Gorbea today announced a partnership with United Way of Rhode Island to launch the state's first 2-1-1 Voter Information Hotline. The new voter information...
Secretary Gorbea Reminds Rhode Islanders of August 18 Mail Ballot Application Deadline
PROVIDENCE, RI – Secretary of State Nellie M. Gorbea is reminding eligible voters that they have until Tuesday, August 18 to apply for a mail ballot if they wish to vote from home in the September 8 Statewide Primary election.
"Voting from home is a safe and secure option, especially during...
Statement by Secretary Gorbea on Today's Supreme Court Ruling
"Your health should never be the price of admission to our democracy. Making it easier to vote safely from home by removing the burden of obtaining two witnesses or a notary is a common-sense step that will protect Rhode Islanders during this pandemic. We will mail out the requested mail ballots...
Statement by Secretary Gorbea on 1st Circuit Court of Appeals Ruling
"Today is another victory for voting rights and the safety of Rhode Islanders. I thank the United States Court of Appeals for the 1st Circuit for upholding the removal of Rhode Island's burdensome requirement that voters obtain two witnesses or a notary to vote by mail during the pandemic, and for...
Secretary Gorbea, Drag Out the Vote Announce Partnership to Engage and Empower Rhode Islanders
PROVIDENCE, RI – With the September 8 primary and November 3 general election fast approaching, Secretary of State Nellie M. Gorbea is proud to announce a partnership with Drag Out the Vote to educate and register voters in Rhode Island.
Drag Out the Vote is a nonpartisan, nonprofit...
Secretary Gorbea Reminds Rhode Islanders of August 9 Voter Registration Deadline
PROVIDENCE, RI – Secretary of State Nellie M. Gorbea is reminding Rhode Islanders that they have until Sunday, August 9, to register to vote or update their voter information for the September 8 statewide primary election. Rhode Islanders can check their voter registration status by using the...
Statement by Secretary of State Nellie Gorbea on President Trump's Disinformation about Elections
"President Trump's Twitter attack on elections is a blatant attempt to undermine Americans' faith in our democracy. Voting from home is a safe and secure option, especially during this pandemic – full stop."
-Rhode Island Secretary of State Nellie M. Gorbea
Statement by Secretary Gorbea on Federal Court Ruling to Suspend Witness/Notary Requirement to Vote by Mail
"As long as I am Secretary of State, I will fight to protect Rhode Island voters. Today's ruling is a victory for voting rights and public health. I thank the Court for delivering this decision in a timely manner.
I am appalled that the Republican National Committee is actively working to...
Secretary Gorbea Named to Executive Board Of National Association of Secretaries of State
Washington, D.C. — Members of the National Association of Secretaries of State (NASS) have elected Rhode Island Secretary of State Nellie M. Gorbea to the Executive Board of the association. She will serve a one-year term as Eastern Region Vice-President. The election took place at the 2020 NASS...
Statement by Secretary of State Nellie M. Gorbea on Mail Ballot Applications for September 8 Primary
"Rhode Island voters deserve a clear answer on this issue; my office will not be sending mail ballot applications to all voters for the September 8 primary. The lack of timely and unified action on this issue, as well as Rhode Island's burdensome requirement for voters to have two witnesses or a...
Statement by Secretary of State Nellie M. Gorbea on Fall Elections Bills
"As an advocate of early in-person voting since taking office in 2015, I am pleased to see the General Assembly passed legislation that will allow Rhode Islanders to securely cast their ballots into a voting machine at their city or town hall up to 20 days before an election. This measure will...
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