Prohibition against the use of lead based paints

R.I. Gen. Laws § 45-55-16., under Chapter 45-55 Award of Municipal Contracts.

R.I. Gen. Laws § 45-55-16.

When purchasing paint products or contracting or subcontracting for painting, construction, improvement, completion, or repair of any public buildings, public road, public bridge, or public construction, all municipalities, as defined by § 45-55-4(11), are prohibited from the use of lead based paint.