Earl Read III
Earl Read III is the incumbent Democratic member of the Rhode Island House of Representatives representing District 26 (West Warwick, Coventry, Warwick) on the November 3, 2026 general election ballot. Earl Read earned a high school diploma from Cranston High School West in 1989, a bachelor's degree from the University of Rhode Island in 1996, and a master's degree from Roger Williams University in 2004. His career experience includes working for the Warwick Police Department and as a criminal justice instructor.
“When it comes to accessibility, we should listen to the expertise of the disabled community, who have brought to our attention some shortcomings of our accessible placard system for owners of adaptive vehicles,” said Representative Read (D-Dist. 26, Coventry, West Warwick, Warwick).”
(Rhode Island General Assembly Press Release) “I am very proud to have sponsored this important legislation in the Rhode Island House of Representatives. This registration plate will not only help raise funds for RAMP but more importantly, it will highlight the innovative efforts of RAMP to break barriers and champion accessibility for the disabled.”
(Rhode Island General Assembly Press Release)