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R.I. Gen. Laws § 20-2.1-1. Findings
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The general assembly finds and declares: (1) That the constitution of the state places plenary authority and responsibility in the general assembly to provide for the conservation of natural resources of the state, including its marine fisheries; (2) That the state of Rhode Islan…
R.I. Gen. Laws § 20-2.1-13. Liberal construction
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The provisions of this chapter, being necessary for the welfare of the state and its inhabitants, shall be liberally construed so as to effectuate its purposes.
R.I. Gen. Laws § 20-2.1-2. Purposes
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The purposes of this chapter are, through a system of licensure that is clear, predictable, and adaptable to changing conditions, to: (1) Preserve, enhance, and allow for any necessary regeneration of the fisheries of the state, for the benefit of the people of the state, as an e…
R.I. Gen. Laws § 20-2.1-3. Definitions
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For the purposes of this chapter the following terms shall mean: (1) “Activity standard” means a level of fishing participation used to establish criteria for the issuance of new licenses. (2) “Commercial fisherman” means a natural person licensed to catch, harvest, or take marin…
