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RI Department of State | Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore
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🏢Supporting RI businesses ✏️Promoting civic education 🗳️Administering elections 🏛️Fostering transparent government 🗃️Preserving state history
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RI Department of State | Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore @risecstate.bsky.social · Jul 23
Need to contact the Rhode Island Department of State? Here is how you can reach the State Archives, Business Services Division, and Public Information office. Follow us across social media too!
Post 1: Graphic with state house in background and Secretary of State Gregg M Amore Logo. Text says: Connect with us. Logos and account names are below: Instagram: @risecstate X: @RISecState Facebook: RI Department of State LinkedIn Rhode Island Department of State Website: Sos.ri.gov Graphic with state archives in background and RI State Archives logo Text says: Phone: 401-222-2352 Email: statearchives@sos.ri.gov Location: 33 Broad St, Providence Subtext: Home to more than 10 million letters, photographs, and important state documents that form a permanent, tangible record of Rhode Island’s rich history. Graphic with Providence in background and RI Business Services Logo Text says: Phone: 401-222-3040 Email: corporations@sos.ri.gov Location: 148 W. River St, Providence Subtext: Maintaining Rhode Island’s state business registry. We also provide thoughtful guidance and comprehensive services to those looking to start and maintain a business or non-profit in Rhode Island. Graphic with inside of state house in background and RI Public Information logo. Text says: Phone: 401-222-3983 Email: publicinfo@sos.ri.gov Location State House, Room 38 Subtext: Connecting Rhode Islanders with their government. Find important information about government in Rhode Island along with tools to help you ensure that your voice is heard.
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RI Department of State | Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore @risecstate.bsky.social · 17h
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.
A graphic featuring the RI Department of State seal that says The RI Department of State will be closed on Monday, October 13 in observance of Columbus Day & Indigenous People’s Day.
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RI Department of State | Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore @risecstate.bsky.social · 19h
La fecha límite para solicitar una papeleta de votación por correo para las próximas elecciones primarias especiales del Concejo Municipal de Providence – Distrito 2, es el martes 14 de octubre. Obtenga más información sobre cómo votar por correo en vota.ri.gov.
Welcome to your Voter Information Center
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RI Department of State | Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore @risecstate.bsky.social · 19h
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.
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RI Department of State | Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore @risecstate.bsky.social · 22h
#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!
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RI Department of State | Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore @risecstate.bsky.social · 1d
Estás #VoteReady, pero ¿qué pasa con tus amigos y familiares? Nuestras comunidades son más fuertes cuando todos participan. Ayude a sus seres queridos a registrarse, hacer un plan y votar. ¡Visite NationalVoterEducationWeek.org/share para obtener más información!
Share With Your Friends and Family! – National Voter Education Week
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RI Department of State | Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore @risecstate.bsky.social · 1d
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!
Share With Your Friends and Family! – National Voter Education Week
NationalVoterEducationWeek.org
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RI Department of State | Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore @risecstate.bsky.social · 2d
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...
Discovering Your Story: Genealogy Basics
Join the RI State Archives for a virtual genealogy workshop.
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RI Department of State | Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore @risecstate.bsky.social · 2d
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...
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RI Department of State | Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore @risecstate.bsky.social · 4d
Una pequeña lista de cosas que puedes hacer en vota.ri.gov durante la Semana de Nacional de Educación al Votante #NationalVoterEducationWeek:

✅ Actualizar su registro de votante
✅ Registrarse para votar
✅ Encontrar su lugar de votación
✅ Ver una papeleta de muestra
Welcome to your Voter Information Center
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RI Department of State | Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore @risecstate.bsky.social · 4d
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
Welcome to your Voter Information Center
vote.ri.gov
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RI Department of State | Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore @risecstate.bsky.social · 4d
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
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RI Department of State | Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore @risecstate.bsky.social · 7d
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...
We the People: The Rhode Forward! - Video from EPI's 14th Annual Policy & Budget Conference
The Economic Progress Institute (EPI) is a nonpartisan research and policy organization dedicated to improving the economic well-being of low- and modest-income Rhode Islanders.
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RI Department of State | Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore @risecstate.bsky.social · 7d
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...
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RI Department of State | Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore @risecstate.bsky.social · 9d
Check out @wpri12.bsky.social's story on the exhibit: www.youtube.com/watch?v=r9yI...
Rhode Island state house honors historical Hispanic figures
YouTube video by WPRI
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RI Department of State | Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore @risecstate.bsky.social · 9d
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.
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RI Department of State | Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore @risecstate.bsky.social · 9d
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!
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RI Department of State | Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore @risecstate.bsky.social · 10d
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!
How the RI Civic Leadership Program is Connecting Rhode Island Students With State Government
YouTube video by Rhode Island Department of State
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RI Department of State | Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore @risecstate.bsky.social · 17d
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.
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RI Department of State | Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore @risecstate.bsky.social · 20d
✅ Liberty Tree planted in Burrillville
✅ Warren250 Kick Off Event
Secretary Amore and Rhode Island 250 continued commemorating the semiquincentennial yesterday!
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RI Department of State | Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore @risecstate.bsky.social · 21d
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.
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RI Department of State | Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore @risecstate.bsky.social · 23d
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!
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RI Department of State | Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore @risecstate.bsky.social · 24d
Need help registering with a paper form? Check out our full guide here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=Swt4...
How to Register to Vote with a Paper Form in Rhode Island | RI Department of State - Elections
YouTube video by Rhode Island Department of State
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RI Department of State | Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore @risecstate.bsky.social · 24d
Today is #NationalVoterRegistrationDay! Celebrate by registering to vote at vote.ri.gov. If you've already registered, encourage other eligible Rhode Islanders to register as well!
#voteready
Graphic with image of State House in background, header: Celebrate #NationalVoterRegistrationDay, subheader: Register to vote at vote.ri.gov
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RI Department of State | Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore @risecstate.bsky.social · 24d
Happening tomorrow: Stop by and see the Bill of Rights!
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RI Department of State | Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore @risecstate.bsky.social · Sep 10
Reminder: The Rhode Island State Archives will hold a special viewing of RI's copy of the Bill of Rights on Constitution Day from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Take advantage of this rare opportunity and see the document in person.

Learn more: www.facebook.com/share/1Aykzt...
Graphic with close up of bill of rights in background. Title text: Constitution Day, Subtext: See the Bill of Rights on display! The RI State Archives logo and the Secretary of State Gregg M Amore logo are below.
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RI Department of State | Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore @risecstate.bsky.social · 25d
The RI State Library is celebrating 130 years of designation as part of the Federal Depository Library program. Since 1895, the US Government Publishing Office has provided the public free access to US federal resources. Commemorate this milestone with us September 22 at 3 p.m. in the State Library.
Graphic with text "130 Years as a Federal Depository Library, September 22 at 3 p.m. | RI State Libray" In the background is a photo of Secretary Amore and Scott Matheson, U.S. Government Publications Office Superintendent of Documents shaking hands and exchanging a plaque.