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R.I. Gen. Laws § 2-27-1. Statement of legislative purpose
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(a) The general assembly recognizes that forest land in the state has many important values, including, but not limited to: clean air, clean water, economic importance, climate change mitigation, habitat, and supporting human health and well-being. Forest land should be maintaine…
R.I. Gen. Laws § 2-27-2. Definitions
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As used in this chapter; (1) “Department” means the department of environmental management. (2) “Director” means the director of the department of environmental management, unless otherwise specified. (3) “Forest-based business” means the inclusion of all the activities that go i…
R.I. Gen. Laws § 2-27-3. Forest conservation commission
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(a)(1) There is established the forest conservation commission consisting of the directors of the department of environmental management and the department of administration, or their respective designees; and nine (9) public members to be appointed by the director of the departm…
R.I. Gen. Laws § 2-27-4. Powers of commission
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The commission has the power to: (1) Retain by contract or employ counsel, auditors, engineers, appraisers, private consultants and advisors, or other personnel needed to provide necessary services; (2) Request the assistance of staff from the department or other state agencies o…
