RI Department of State | Secretary Gregg M. Amore

In-person viewings of one of Rhode Island's copies of the Declaration of Independence will be available throughout the state in recognition of America’s semiquincentennial. Read the full release here: ri.gov/press/view/508…

The wind is in our sails as RI gears up for America’s 250th!   Proud to join @RISecState Amore to announce that @USCG Barque EAGLE will join the festivities in Newport from July 31 to August 1 offering up free public tours of “America’s Tall Ship.” Hope to see you there! #RI250

@JeremyBernfeld Don't worry! Capitol Police and the State Police help us keep them secure.

Look, I just think @RISecState is risking a National Treasure situation by planning to display all 3 of RI's copies of the Declaration of Independence in one place on July 4.

Did you know that federal and state laws make it possible for members of the military who are outside the United States to register and vote? This National Military Appreciation Month, learn more about how members of the armed forces can vote at fvap.gov/rhode-island.

See what student leaders asked their General Officers during Day 1 of the RI Civic Leadership Summit. Thank you to Governor McKee, Treasurer Diossa, and Attorney General Neronha for taking our students’ questions and speaking about the State government's executive branch.

Congratulations to our Director of Business Services, Maureen Ewing, for winning the Knight Award for Entrepreneurial Excellence this weekend at the 2026 Small Business Administration Awards Luncheon.

Today, I’m thinking of those celebrating, those missing someone, and all Rhode Island moms. Happy Mother’s Day!

Congratulations to this year's Civic Leadership Award winners! These students have demonstrated what it means to be active citizens, who are engaged in bettering their school, state, and nation. With these students leading, our future is bright!

Happy National Small Business Week! Take advantage of the free tools provided by our Business Services Division. Use the RI Business Assistant to create a personalized checklist. Or, sign-up for free virtual office hours with our team. Get started at sos.ri.gov/divisions/busi…

(2/2) I wish Speaker Shekarchi all the best in his future endeavors. Thank you for your work to strengthen and guide the House of Representatives.” - Secretary Amore

(1/2) “Congratulations to newly-elected Speaker of the House Chris Blazejewski, and Majority Leader Katie Kazarian. It was an honor to serve with you in my time as a Representative, and I look forward to continuing to work together in your new roles.

Our Elections Division, in collaboration with the RI Board of Elections, hosted operational tabletop exercises last week. This high-pressure training environment helps prepare election officials for many of the challenges they could face leading up to and on Election Day.

🍎 It's National Teacher Day! Civics education for all students is a fundamental component of a healthy democracy. Rhode Island's educators are making a difference in their communities every day and we're thankful for their hard work.

Our 2026 Run for Office Guide is now live. Both candidates, and those who are curious about elections processes in Rhode Island, can check out this in-depth guide for more information. Find it here: vote.sos.ri.gov/Forms/Election…

Happy Rhode Island Independence Day! 250 years ago today, our small state was the first to renounce its allegiance to the crown. As we commemorate America's semiquincentennial, join us in celebrating Rhode Island's revolutionary history. Visit RhodeIsland250.org.

Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore today released the following statement in response to the Supreme Court’s ruling in Louisiana v. Callais et al.:

REMINDER: Annual report filing is due on May 1 for Businesses and Non-Profits in Rhode Island. Filing your annual report online is easy. Visit sos.ri.gov/divisions/busi… to get started.

REMINDER: Annual report filing is due on May 1 for Businesses and Non-Profits in Rhode Island. Filing your annual report online is easy. Visit sos.ri.gov/divisions/busi… to get started.

April is National Volunteer Month. Volunteering is one of the most powerful forms of civic engagement - and our elections depend on volunteer poll workers. Want to help your community vote? Complete the poll worker application at elections.ri.gov/form/poll-work…

On Saturday May 2, you're invited to the Rhode Island State House for raffles and giveaways, RI250-themed State House tours, the Act of Renunciation on display, and museum-quality historical exhibits. Share this with a friend you'd like to commemorate Rhode Island's story with.