The provisions of §§ 36-16.1-1 and 36-16.1-2 shall not apply to the use of inmate labor which is provided to any state department and is performed at a state owned or operated facility.
Prison labor
R.I. Gen. Laws § 36-16.1-3., under Chapter 36-16.1 State Contractors with Private Employers Providing Service Personnel.
R.I. Gen. Laws § 36-16.1-3.