House Minority Office Mock Legislative Session

Organization: In 1636, Roger Williams, founder of Rhode Island, established the first working model of a Republic from of government after being banished from Massachusetts for his “extreme views” concerning freedom of speech and religion. Thomas Jefferson and John Adams publicly acknowledged Williams as the originator of these concepts, along with the freedom of public assembly, in the First Amendment in the United States Constitution. Today, Rhode Island House Republicans uphold the liberties designed by our Founders and preserved in our Constitution, and are the primary legislative body promoting lean government, fighting for lower taxes, and advocating for initiatives and policies that improve the economy and in turn, the lives of Rhode Islanders.  As members of a part-time assembly, we are small business owners, retired educators, community activists, lawyers, farmers, military service veterans, nurses, retired law enforcement officers, volunteers, former local officials, retired social workers, coaches, musicians,  and board directors -- bringing these community engagement and professional experiences to our work, on your behalf, at the Rhode Island State House.

Opportunity: Through this interactive session, students will have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience with the legislative process and gain insights into the process of policymaking and law development.