Rhode Island State Senate District 26 (unopposed)

Current seat holder: Todd M. Patalano.

Todd Patalano

Todd Patalano is the incumbent Democratic member of the Rhode Island State Senate representing District 26 (Cranston) on the November 3, 2026 general election ballot. Todd Patalano earned a bachelor's degree and a master's degree from Roger Williams University. His career experience includes working for the Cranston Police Department.

“In incidents where there is an active shooter or other grave danger, we want police officers to be unhindered so they can quickly neutralize the threat.” (Rhode Island General Assembly Press Release)
“In incidents where there is an active shooter or other grave danger, we want police officers to be unhindered so they can quickly neutralize the threat. In most of these cases, the incident is over in three to seven minutes.” (Rhode Island General Assembly Press Release)
“As a former police officer, I was placed in difficult situations when the need to enter buildings was stymied.” (Rhode Island General Assembly Press Release)