R.I. Const. art. VII, § 2 – Officers — Presiding member during organization | Midpage
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R.I. Const. art. VII, § 2
Officers — Presiding member during organization
State of Rhode Island
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.