46 chapters · 361 sections in this title.
R.I. Gen. Laws § 20-18.1-1. Declaration of intent
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Whereas the state of Rhode Island recognizes that a diversified, stable, clean, and aesthetically satisfying natural environment is essential to the health, safety, and welfare of the people of Rhode Island; and Whereas such an environment contributes significantly to economic an…
R.I. Gen. Laws § 20-18.1-2. Definitions
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As used in this chapter the following terms shall, where the context permits, be construed as follows: (1) “Director” means the director of the department of environmental management, or any subordinate, or subordinates, to whom the director has delegated the powers and duties ve…
R.I. Gen. Laws § 20-18.1-3. Nongame wildlife — Uses of the fund
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(a) Sums collected as a result of the taxpayer checkoff as provided for in § 44-30-2.2 shall be deposited as general revenues. The director is authorized to accept any grant, devise, bequest, donation, gift, or assignment of money, bonds, or other valuable securities for deposit …