Candidate for Rhode Island House of Representatives - District 27 in 2026 Rhode Island Primary Election.
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Get StartedAs a small business owner himself, Lawrence understands the challenges facing Rhode Island entrepreneurs. Running a small business has shown him just how government waste and one-party rule hurts Rhode Island. He will make sure Rhode Island has a plan so the AI transformation creates Jobs instead of destroying them He will work to reduce bureaucratic burdens, support local businesses, and create an economic environment where hard-working Rhode Islanders in West Warwick and Coventry can thrive. Learn more
As State Representative, he will bring that same fight to the State House by protecting workers' rights, lowering costs, and ensuring Rhode Island families are never left behind by a system that too often favors the politically connected. Families are being squeezed from every direction by rising utility bills, taxes, and the overall cost of living, and Lawrence is committed to addressing the root causes instead of offering empty promises. Learn more
Will work to reduce electricity costs by eliminating wasteful special-interest mandates that currently drive up utility bills, helping families keep more of what they earn each month. Learn more
Strong infrastructure is only half the battle; we must also protect our healthcare. Currently, Rhode Island reimburses doctors 25% to 30% less than Massachusetts and Connecticut, forcing medical professionals to leave our state. Lawrence will vote to match neighboring states' reimbursement rates to keep our doctors right here in Rhode Island. Learn more
As a lifelong Rhode Islander and local small business owner, Lawrence Almagno knows firsthand how our state's crumbling infrastructure—from failing roads and bridges to neglected schools—drives families and opportunities away. To deliver real results for our citizens and attract new businesses, we must prioritize fixing our physical foundation, cutting red tape, and holding politicians accountable. Learn more
Lawrence is also committed to cutting wasteful government spending, making state government more accountable, and lowering the overall tax burden on hardworking families and small businesses so Rhode Island becomes a more affordable place to live, work, raise a family, and retire. Learn more
He will fight to protect retirees by freezing property taxes for seniors and eliminating state taxes on pensions, Social Security benefits, and retirement income so Rhode Islanders who worked hard their entire lives can retire with dignity. Learn more
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