“Joe Biden dedicated much of his career to expanding access to health care and advancing cancer research. This is another reminder of the importance of being able to see a doctor, getting regular checkups, and access to lifesaving screenings for people from all walks of life," Reed said.

Manny Taveras has announced he’s running in the special election for Senate District 4, making him the second Democrat to do so.

PROVIDENCE – Two North Providence city councilmen and a former state representative are among the potential candidates for the state Senate seat long held by the late Dominick Ruggerio that will go to the winner of a special election this summer.

Ruggerio had long represented Senate District 4, which includes parts of North Providence and Providence. Any primaries will take place on July 8.

The Rhode Island Board of Elections said Tuesday that a special election to fill Dominick Ruggerio's vacant seat in the state Senate will be held in August.