Representative in General Assembly
Unofficial result: Advanced — Arlette Hidalgo (Democratic)
Source: electionresults.ri.gov
State House District 12; Rhode Island
My vote power: High
What does this office do?
- Voting on how much you pay in state taxes
- Voting on how much money your local public schools get
- Voting on which roads and highways get built or repaired
Affects: AI Regulation, Healthcare Affordability, Environment and Public Health,
Candidates:
Arlette Hidalgo
AdvancedDemocratic
Bilingual special education teacher in Providence with a master's degree in education. Says she has spent years working with families and wants their experiences and perspectives carried into state policy decisions.
Carlos Cedeno
Did not advanceDemocratic
Carlos Cedeno is a Democratic candidate for Rhode Island House District 12. The official workbook lists him as valid for the September 9, 2026 primary; José F. Batista is the current District 12 representative.
Source: vote.sos.ri.gov