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In the 2026 Rhode Island primary elections held on September 9, 2026, the race for Secretary of State was uncontested:

• Democratic Primary: Incumbent Secretary of State Gregg Amore was unopposed after a potential challenger, Anthony Tamba, was disqualified prior to the primary. Amore secured the Democratic nomination without opposition.
• Republican Primary: No candidates filed for the Republican primary.

As a result, incumbent Gregg Amore automatically advanced to the November 3, 2026 general election to seek a second term.