Rhode Island State Senate District 9 (unopposed)

Current seat holder: John P. Burke.

John Burke

John Burke is the incumbent Democratic member of the Rhode Island State Senate representing District 9 (West Warwick) on the November 3, 2026 general election ballot. Burke graduated from Bishop Hendricken High School in 1978. He earned a degree in computer science from Community College of Rhode Island.

“We’ve seen that projects constructed under these agreements in Rhode Island are well-constructed, built safely, on time, and on budget.” (Rhode Island General Assembly Press Release)
“We’ve seen that projects constructed under these agreements in Rhode Island are well-constructed, built safely, on time, and on budget. They tend to attract experienced, reliable contractors who bring a level of professionalism and responsibility to the jobs.” (Rhode Island General Assembly Press Release)
“Supporting Rhode Island workers is an absolute top priority for me, and I was proud to sponsor the legislation being celebrated today.” (Rhode Island General Assembly Press Release)