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.
"The State...
Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore Statement on End of Legislative Session
General Assembly passes four 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 2025 legislative session:
"Each year, it is a valuable process to identify and assess...
Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore, Rhode Island State Archives Open New Exhibit on State Institutions in Rhode Island History
PROVIDENCE, RI – Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore and the Rhode Island State Archives today announced the opening of a new State Archives exhibit, A Good for the Public: Public Social Welfare in Rhode Island.
The exhibit explores the physical spaces State institutions occupied and offers...
Voter Information Available for Upcoming Special Elections
PROVIDENCE, RI - Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore and the RI Department of State Elections Division announced that informational materials for candidates and voters are now available for the upcoming special elections in State Senate District 4, Coventry, and Central Falls.
The State Senate...
Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore Presents Civic Leadership Awards to High School Students
PROVIDENCE, RI – On Monday, May 19, 2025, Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore honored the 130 high school students selected as 2025 Rhode Island Civic Leadership Award winners at a State House ceremony. The award is given annually to high school students who have made outstanding contributions to...
Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore Presents 2025 Civic Education Teacher of the Year Award
Brandon Pearce of South Kingstown High School Honored
PROVIDENCE, RI – Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore today honored Brandon Pearce of South Kingstown High School as the 2025 winner of the Rhode Island Civic Education Teacher of the Year award at a State House ceremony. Secretary Amore was...
Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore Announces Next Historian Laureate
PROVIDENCE, RI – Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore today announced Keith Stokes as Rhode Island's next Historian Laureate, serving a term to conclude in April 2030.
"Ensuring that Rhode Islanders learn about and continue to pass on our state's history is one of my top priorities as Secretary...
RI Department of State Announces Rhode Island Independence Day Commemoration
Rhode Islanders encouraged to display state flags; visit State House for special Saturday hours
PROVIDENCE, RI – Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore and the RI Department of State today announced that the State House will once again be open for special Saturday hours on Saturday, May 3 in...
Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore Statement on Election Administration Executive Order
PROVIDENCE, RI – Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore today released the following statement after the signing of a new Executive Order targeting election administration:
"President Trump has a long history of undermining voters' confidence in our election systems and spreading misinformation...
Rhode Island Department of State Opens Nominations for 'Civic Education Teacher of the Year' Award
PROVIDENCE, RI – Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore today announced that nominations are now open for the RI Department of State's third annual Civic Education Teacher of the Year award.
The award will honor one outstanding teacher who has demonstrated a commitment to and expertise in teaching...
RI Department of State Announces 'Sunshine Week' Events
PROVIDENCE, RI – Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore and the RI Department of State today announced two 'Sunshine Week' events planned for next week as part of the annual recognition of the importance of accessible open government resources.
"The RI Department of State is proud to offer resources
RI250 Commission, Elected Officials, Community Leaders Hold Portrait Presentation Commemorating First Rhode Island Regiment
PROVIDENCE, RI – Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore, Chair of the RI250 Commission, was joined by Governor Dan McKee, Speaker of the House K. Joseph Shekarchi, Senator Walter S. Felag, Jr., Executive Director of the Tomaquag Museum Lorén Spears, historian and author of From Slaves to Soldiers Bob...
Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore Announces Open Application Process to Select Historian Laureate
PROVIDENCE, RI – Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore today announced that the RI Department of State is now accepting applications for the position of Historian Laureate.
Rhode Island General Law 42-100.1 establishes the position of Historian Laureate, who is appointed for a five-year term by the
RI Department of State Launches Updated RI Business Assistant Tool
Improved business wizard offers new resources through partnership with the Rhode Island Commerce Corporation
PROVIDENCE, RI – Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore and the RI Department of State Business Services Division, in partnership with the Rhode Island Commerce Corporation, today announced...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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
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...
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
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
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,...
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...
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...
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