Rhode Island

Governor
Daniel McKee (Democratic)

Population
1.11 million

Number of Senators
2 U.S. Senators

Number of Representatives
2 U.S. House members

Rhode Island became the 13th state on May 29, 1790. Its public life includes colonial religious liberty, ports, manufacturing, coastal communities, universities, and compact local and state governance. State government is centered in Providence.

Overview

Rhode Island became the 13th state on May 29, 1790. Its public life includes colonial religious liberty, ports, manufacturing, coastal communities, universities, and compact local and state governance. State government is centered in Providence.