The smallest state in terms of land area, the State of Rhode Island and Providence Plantations has the longest official name. It is, however, known almost exclusively as Rhode Island was the first to declare its independence from Britain and the last to ratify the Constitution. It carries the nickname of the Ocean State, and its capital is its largest city, Providence.
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Regular Websites
Central Rhode Island Chamber of Commerce
Organized to promote the state's business community through providing leadership initiatives, the official site of the business membership organization explains the benefits of membership, and provides a business directory, events calendar, and staff profiles. Also featured are tourism and relocation information. - Central Rhode Island Chamber of Commerce
http://www.centralrichamber.com/
The official state site for tourism offers suggestions on places to stay, do and see within the state, including separate areas describing the seven designated tourism regions in the state. An online trip planner, maps, and travel offers can also be found here. - Explore Rhode Island
http://www.visitrhodeisland.com/
Rhode Island Department of Labor and Training
The state agency charged with providing workforce protection and development services offers details about labor and workplace laws and regulations. Online services include the filing of unemployment claims, appealing decisions, checking licenses, and posting jobs. - Rhode Island Department of Labor and Training
http://www.dlt.state.ri.us/
Facts and a history of the state are provided on the official site of the state government, as well as profiles of cities and towns within the state, and a directory of state agencies. Online resources include licensing and registration applications and renewals, vanity plate reservations, and business filings. - Rhode Island Government
http://www.ri.gov/
The state's primary law enforcement agency, on its official site, provides crime statistics, information on job opportunities and recruitment, and citizen alerts. Also describes and promotes the Rhode Island State Police Museum. - Rhode Island State Police
http://www.risp.state.ri.us/
State of Rhode Island Office of the Attorney General
On its official site, the office of the state's chief attorney presents significant legislation and issues, offers reports, and a biography of the Attorney General. Forms, with instructions, are available for filing consumer complaints, and for applying for various licenses and permits. - State of Rhode Island Office of the Attorney General
http://www.riag.state.ri.us/