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On Lobby Day YOU get to use YOUR VOICE to talk with legislators and urge them to support strong public education and good paying jobs for all.

We know one-on-one conversations are the most effective, and this is a great opportunity for you to speak directly to the State Representative and Senator that represent your district about NEARI’s legislative priorities.

Lobby Day 2025 is Tuesday, February 4, 2025

Urge your legislators to support strong public education and good jobs for all!

Lobby Day 2024: Recap

Photos from the Day!

NEARI Members talking together in the gallery at the statehouse on Lobby Day 2024.

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A NEARI staff member handing out a NEARI scarf at Lobby Day 2024 check-in

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3 NEARI members on the steps inside the State House.

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NEARI President Valarie Lawson smiling at a microphone while at a podium at Lobby Day 2024.

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NEARI CCRI member on the floor in the Capitol holding "Say Yes to a Fair contract." sign at Lobby Day 2024

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NEARI Member laughing with NEARI scarf in front of maps at Capitol on Lobby Day 2024.

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NEARI members talking together in front of maps at the State House on Lobby Day 2024.

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NEAR Members smile with a legislator on the floor at the State House on Lobby Day 2024.

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NEARI CCRI members having discussion on Capitol steps at Lobby Day 2024.

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NEARI members on Capitol Floor talking together in the well at Lobby Day 2024

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Our Association is a remarkable blend of union and professional organization, with a proud history of serving Rhode Island. Since its inception in 1845, our members have been at the center of every struggle to advance the finest of American dreams: the promise of a quality public education for every child. One in every 100 Rhode Islanders is a member - chances are, you know us already!

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