Did you know that veterans show higher participation rates in voting, volunteering and advocacy than non-veterans? We’re discussing how we commemorate veterans service and military families. Join us in the State Library this Monday at 5:30. Register here: www.eventbrite.com/e/civic-enga...

The Greater New England Minority Supplier Development Council is helping to build economic prosperity through Minority Business development. Secretary Amore joined them in marking 50 years yesterday in Providence at their conference and awards celebration. Congrats to all the award recipients!

On this day 65 years ago, Ruby Bridges courageously walked to school in a historic moment for desegregation. Today, schools across the nation take part in Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day. Secretary Amore joined Waddington Elementary in Riverside for their commemoration this morning!

The Indigent Cemetery Project reflects on identity, belonging, and remembering. The State Archives is spotlighting the efforts made to restore the cemetery and tell the stories of the people buried there. All are welcome, join us on Thursday, December 4: www.eventbrite.com/e/more-than-...

Have you received your letter yet? ❌If your information is incorrect, update it at vote.ri.gov ❓If the name on the envelope is not a member of your household, write "Not at this address" and return it to your mail carrier ✅Correct information? No further action required

Our RI Civic Leadership Program students spent their day off from school on our RI History Tour! Here's what we saw: ⭐ International Museum of World War II ⭐ Newport Historical Society ⭐ Great Friends Meeting House ⭐ The Colony House

Secretary Amore honored Veterans today at the Garden of Heroes in East Providence and the Rhode Island Veterans Home in Bristol. Thank you to all the Veterans who have fought to preserve our rights and freedoms.

Happy Veterans Day from the Rhode Island Department of State. Join us next week for a panel discussion about how we honor and commemorate the military and civic service of veterans and military families. Register for free at: www.eventbrite.com/e/civic-enga...

In observance of Veterans Day, our offices and call centers will be closed on Tuesday, November 11, 2025. Regular business hours will resume on Wednesday, November 12 at 8:30 a.m.

SPECIAL ELECTION REMINDER: Early voting begins Wednesday, November 12 for the Providence City Council – Ward 2, North Providence Town Council – District 2, and Charlestown Town Council special elections and continues until 4 p.m. on December 1. Learn more about early voting at vote.ri.gov.

SPECIAL ELECTION REMINDER: The mail ballot application deadline for the Providence City Council – Ward 2, North Providence Town Council – District 2, and Charlestown Town Council special elections is Wednesday, November 12. Learn more at vote.ri.gov.

Do you know who Rhode Islander's two signers of the Declaration of Independence were? Secretary Amore taught civics lessons at North Providence High School and West Warwick High School this week - focusing on Rhode Island's role in our nation's independence. #America250 #RI250

Our "Civic Engagement and..." panel series continues with Civic Engagement and Honoring Veterans. Join us on Monday, November 17 at 5 p.m. in the State Library for a discussion about the role that veterans play in our civic life. Register for free at: www.eventbrite.com/e/civic-enga...

Congratulations to our Director of Business Services Maureen Ewing for receiving the Gary S. Sasse Distinguished Public Service Award from the RI Public Expenditure Council. The award celebrates Maureen's exceptional career in public service and her dedication to Rhode Island small businesses.

Poll workers make elections possible! Secretary Amore stopped by two polling places in Providence today to thank them for being civically engaged and ensuring voters could have their voices heard.

SPECIAL ELECTION REMINDER: Today is the special primary for Providence City Council – Ward 2. Polls are open from 7 a.m. until 8 p.m. Find your polling place and learn more at vote.ri.gov.

SPECIAL ELECTION REMINDER: Early voting ends tomorrow, November 3, at 4 p.m. for the Providence City Council – Ward 2 special primary. Learn more about early voting at vote.ri.gov.

Rhode Island’s Scouts are close to passing 10 million pounds of food donated since they started collecting for our neighbors in need! Place your donations with your yellow door hanger outside before 9:00 a.m. tomorrow, or donate at www.scoutingforfood.org.

🗳️Rhode Island voters: confirm your voter info by reviewing and responding to our mailing! ✅ This voter list maintenance mailing will be sent to all Rhode Island registered voters next week.

Secretary Amore today issued the following statement on the recent incident involving members of the Smithfield High School football team:

SPECIAL ELECTION REMINDER: The voter registration deadline for the Providence City Council – Ward 2, North Providence Town Council – District 2, and Charlestown Town Council special elections is Sunday, November 2. Learn more at vote.ri.gov.

Get your free tickets today! We're closing out #ArchivesMonth with a fun witchcraft talk! See you this Thursday at the State Archives.

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Our Address Confidentiality Program aims to help keep survivors safe. Learn more about this program at www.sos.ri.gov/AddressConfi...

Today marks 250 days until our nation's 250th anniversary! What are you doing to get involved in the semiquincentennial commemoration? Visit rhodeisland250.org to see how RI is encouraging civic pride, supporting economic development, and sharing our state's history.

❗Less than one week away! Join us at the State Archives for a spooky lecture about the history of witchcraft in New England. #ArchivesMonth 🎃 Get your free ticket here: www.eventbrite.com/e/in-the-sha...

A memorial along the Providence River in Remembrance Park honors the Rhode Island IX — nine Rhode Island Marines who were killed in the Beirut bombing attack on October 23, 1983. Yesterday, Secretary Amore joined in a memorial service honoring them and their families.

You can trick-or-treat through the State House this Thursday! We're just two days away from Spooky State House! Join us for crafts, candy, and costumes at the State House on Thursday, October 23, from 5:30 - 7 p.m. More info at: www.facebook.com/share/p/16hM...

Our first civics lesson of the school year was last week! This year, Secretary Amore will be teaching a lesson on the Declaration of Independence to help commemorate the nation's 250th anniversary. Thank you to Pilgrim High School in Warwick for having us.

Two of the most influential documentary filmmakers sat down with students from the RI Civic Leadership Program yesterday in the State Room. Ken Burns and Sarah Botstein, directors of the upcoming series The American Revolution, took questions from students during a panel moderated by Sec. Amore.

We're less than one week away! See you on Thursday, October 23.

We're closing out Archives Month with a special lecture on the history of witchcraft in New England. Gather around the State Archives on Thursday, October 30, where local author Richard Hite will explore this fascinating story. Register for free: www.eventbrite.com/e/in-the-sha...

SPECIAL ELECTION REMINDER: Early voting begins Wednesday, October 15 for the Providence City Council – Ward 2 special primary and continues until 4 p.m. on November 3. Learn more about early voting at vote.ri.gov.

Spooky State House is back for 2025! Visit the Rhode Island State House on Thursday, October 23 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. to trick or treat with RI's elected officials. Celebrate Halloween with costumes, candy, and crafts! Kids of all ages are welcome! Learn more: www.facebook.com/share/p/16ix...

In observance of Columbus Day & Indigenous People’s Day, our offices and call centers will be closed on Monday, October 13, 2025. Regular business hours will resume on Tuesday, October 14 at 8:30 a.m.

SPECIAL ELECTION REMINDER: The mail ballot application deadline for the upcoming Providence City Council – Ward 2 special primary is Tuesday, October 14. Learn more about how to vote by mail vote.ri.gov.

#NationalVoterEducationWeek is not just about federal elections. State and local elections are just as important, but participation is far lower. 2024 presidential election turnout: 65.7% 2022 midterm election turnout: 44.4% Follow us and share our page to help spread the word about elections!

You’re #VoteReady, but what about your friends and family? Our communities are strongest when everyone participates. Help your loved ones register, make a plan, and vote. Visit NationalVoterEducationWeek.org/share for more information!

The State Archives is home to more than 10 million important State documents — including genealogy records! Our staff can help answer your questions about getting started on researching your family history. Join our virtual webinar on October 15 at 12 p.m. Sign-up: www.eventbrite.com/e/1595393858...

If you’re into data, check out our voter turnout data hub for maps and data dashboards of voting patterns and methods in Rhode Island! #NationalVoterEducationWeek See here: storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/22eb...

A short list of things you can do on vote.ri.gov during #NationalVoterEducationWeek: ✅ Update your voter record ✅ Register to vote ✅ Find a polling place ✅ View sample ballot ✅ Find your elected officials ✅ Track a mail ballot ✅ Find special elections info ✅ Declare your candidacy ✅ Find a drop box

It’s National Voter Education Week! Here in Rhode Island, we are confident that our elections are secure and accessible. Read more about how we’re safeguarding our elections in our most recent newsletter: conta.cc/3K3LsiK #NationalVoterEducationWeek

Earlier this week, the Economic Policy Institute invited Secretary Amore to speak at the 14th Annual Policy & Budget Conference in Warwick. His remarks focused on our democracy led by the people, for the people. Watch here: steveahlquist.substack.com/p/we-the-peo...

Spooky State House is back! Visit the Rhode Island State House on Thursday, October 23 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. to trick or treat with RI's elected officials. Celebrate Halloween with costumes, candy, and crafts! Kids of all ages are welcome! Learn more: www.facebook.com/share/p/14LK...

This Hispanic Heritage Month, check out "Somos Rhode Island" in the State House Lower Level. These vibrant portraits celebrate the contributions these leaders have made to RI's history. We'll be hosting an exhibit reception with RI Latino Arts on October 8 from 6 – 7 p.m.

The Elections Division brought together local elections officials, local IT staff, and law enforcement for the biennial Cybersecurity Summit last week in Newport. October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month and we remain committed to strengthening cybersecurity in all areas of operations!

The 2025-2026 Rhode Island Civic Leadership Program kicked off last night! Watch our in-depth video to learn more about how we're engaging Rhode Island students in civic education. Watch here: youtu.be/NjVEwnOkyLY RICLP was a 2025 NASS IDEAS Award Finalist!

Thank you to all who joined us yesterday in celebrating the State Library's 130 year anniversary as a Federal Depository Library. As @reed.senate.gov's keynote remarks highlighted, libraries like this are essential in the record keeping of trustworthy information.

✅ Liberty Tree planted in Burrillville ✅ Warren250 Kick Off Event Secretary Amore and Rhode Island 250 continued commemorating the semiquincentennial yesterday!

Secretary Amore congratulated new citizens at two naturalization ceremonies this week! On Monday, he joined Rep. Magaziner at the Cranston Y. On Wednesday, Brown University hosted a ceremony in Providence.

It's Constitution Day! In case you missed it, the Rhode Island State Archives displayed the Bill of Rights today. Rhode Islanders had the opportunity to see this unique document - one of only 14 copies - right here in Providence!