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State Senator, 5th District
- Vote for
- 1
- Term
- 2 years
- Candidates
- 2
- Election
- Nov 3, 2026
What this office does: A state senator votes on Rhode Island laws and the state budget in the General Assembly.
Public safety
William D ConnellRepublican
No documented position found.
Samuel Wade BellDemocrat
- Supports gun safety legislationIn office
Health & human services
William D ConnellRepublican
No documented position found.
Samuel Wade BellDemocrat
- Sponsored legislation for a state Medicare for All systemIn office
- Opposed Medicaid cuts and pushed for their repealIn office
Government & transparency
William D ConnellRepublican
No documented position found.
Samuel Wade BellDemocrat
- Sponsored law easing updates to lapsed corporate chartersIn office
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