Rep. Lauren Carson

State Rep. Lauren Carson has released her 2026 constituent survey and is inviting District 75 residents to share their priorities on issues ranging from housing to healthcare.

The online survey will be available through Feb. 20.

“Listening to my constituents and learning directly from their experiences is essential to how I represent our community,” Carson said. “My work at the State House is guided by the issues that matter most to you.”

The survey covers topics including housing and affordability, healthcare, the potential closure of the Newport Hospital Birthing Center, climate and infrastructure.

Carson, a Democrat, represents Newport in House District 75.

She will hold a constituent meeting to present and discuss the survey results on Monday, March 2, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Newport Public Library, 300 Spring St.

“I encourage everyone to take a few minutes to participate; your feedback truly shapes my work and helps ensure your voices are heard in Providence,” Carson said.

The survey is available at surveymonkey.com/r/J2M6J8R. Carson can be reached at laurenhcarson@gmail.com. For more information, visit laurencarson.com.

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