Campaign finance agencies in Rhode Island

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In Rhode Island, there is one primary agency involved in statewide campaign finance regulation: the Rhode Island Board of Elections.

See also: Campaign finance requirements in Rhode Island

Authority

The Rhode Island Board of Elections is responsible for receiving campaign finance reports. The board is also responsible for enforcing campaign finance laws, and has the authority to fine violators of the law.[1]

Organization

The board's seven members are appointed by the governor, with the advice and consent of the Rhode Island State Senate, for nine-year terms.[2][3]

Electronic reporting system

The Rhode Island Board of Elections provides an electronic filing system for campaign finance reports. The system can be accessed here.

Contact information

Rhode Island Board of Elections

2000 Plainfield Pike
Cranston, RI 02921
Telephone: 401-222-2345
Fax: 401-222-3135
Email: elections.email@elections.ri.gov

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See also

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