PROVIDENCE, R.I. -- State Rep. Christopher R. Blazejewski, D-Providence, has submitted a bill that would allow early voting in Rhode Island.
Blazejewski's bill would allow people to vote in person at locations that would be determined by local elections board, 21 days before a general election and 13 days before a primary.
Blazeqjeski said the right to vote is fundamental for a democracy and that early voting broadens people's access to the polls. He cited long lines at the polls in Providence during the November 2012 election, including waits of more than three hours at the Juanita Sanchez Complex polling place.
In a news release, Blazejewski said: "In 32 other states and Washington D.C., they [voters] can avoid the wait by voting before Election Day."
PolitiFact Rhode Island examined his claim and ruled it True. Read the complete analysis here.