Rhode Island General Laws

R.I. Gen. Laws § 17-25-18 (2026)

Public financing of election campaigns — General purpose

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Whereas, the general assembly finds that the cost of running for statewide office has risen over the last decade at a rate far in excess of the increase in the cost of living; and

Whereas, the general assembly finds that the need to raise ever larger sums of money to effectively compete for general office threatens the essence of our democratic system by excluding many well qualified candidates; and

Whereas, the general assembly finds that the candidate’s need to raise large sums of money can result in disproportionate and inappropriate influence being obtained by those who possess the financial ability to make large contributions to campaigns; and

Whereas, the general assembly finds that the state cannot impose limitations on the amount of private funds raised and expended for election purposes by a candidate unless it provides for at least partial public financing of campaigns;

Therefore, the general assembly determines that it is in the best interest of the citizens of the state to provide public financing to qualified candidates for general office.

Notes of Decisions

Cited in 2 cases, 1993–2008 · leading case: Rhode Island Repub. Party v. Daluz, 961 A.2d 287 (R.I. 2008).

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Rhode Island Repub. Party v. Daluz, 961 A.2d 287 (R.I. 2008). · cites it 3× “13 The second part of chapter 25, §§ 17-25-18 through 17-25-80.1, implements and regulates public financing of election campaigns.”

Vote Choice, Inc. v. Di Stefano, 814 F. Supp. 195 (D.R.I. 1993). · cites it 2× “G.L. § 17-25-18. In response to less than enthusiastic candidate participation, the General Assembly acted to provide certain incentives for candidates to accept public funds.”

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