The Rhode Island Senate
Sen. McKenney Committee Appointments
Senator McKenney serves in leadership roles on several key Senate committees. These appointments reflect the confidence of his colleagues and place him at the center of legislative oversight, judicial review, and education policy in Rhode Island.
Committee Appointments
Chair
Responsible for Senate procedure, ethics standards, and internal governance. As Chair, Senator McKenney oversees matters that ensure transparency, accountability, and the integrity of legislative operations.
Senator McKenney sponsored and secured passage of reforms to strengthen procedural transparency and modernize public access to committee records. Implementation is currently underway, including funding and staffing to support improved online availability of materials.
Vice Chair
Reviews legislation affecting criminal law, civil rights, constitutional issues, and public safety. The committee plays a central role in shaping Rhode Island’s justice system.
Member
Guides legislation impacting public schools, higher education, and student opportunity across the state.
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Colleagues and the Senate Below
Valarie J. Lawson
President of the Senate
District 14
Democrat
East Providence
Jessica de la Cruz
Minority Leader
District 23
Republican
North Smithfield, Burrillville, Glocester
Frank A. Ciccone, III
Majority Leader
District 7
Democrat
Providence, Johnston
