RI · constitutions
R.I. Const. art. VII, § 2
Officers — Presiding member during organization
The house of representatives shall have authority to elect its speaker, clerks, and other officers. The senior member from the City of Newport, if any be present, shall preside in the organization of the house.
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- rilegislature.gov
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- 2026-09-25
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- 2026-09-25
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