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RI Gen L § 42-64.15-1 (2021)
2021 Rhode Island General Laws|Title 42 - State Affairs and Government|Chapter 42-64.15 - Made in Rhode Island Manufacturing Collaborative of 2013|Section 42-64.15-1 - Short title.

§ 42-64.15-1. Short title.This chapter shall be known and may be cited as "Made in Rhode Island Manufacturing Collaborative of 2013."History of Section.P.L. 2013, ch. 123, § 1; P.L. 2013, ch. 129, § 1.
RI Gen L § 42-64.15-2 (2021)
2021 Rhode Island General Laws|Title 42 - State Affairs and Government|Chapter 42-64.15 - Made in Rhode Island Manufacturing Collaborative of 2013|Section 42-64.15-2 - Legislative findings.

§ 42-64.15-2. Legislative findings.The general assembly hereby finds that there is an increasing trend among Americans to buy local and that there are currently insufficient resources and information necessary to support, encourage and foster consumer product awareness and purchases of locally manufactured products in the state of Rhode Island. By defining, branding and protecting what "Made in Rhode Island" means, the general assembly seeks to capitalize, protect and keep our Rhode Island manufacturing and creative sector businesses competitive in an increasingly global market by distinguishing and building pride in these businesses through this branding. Encouraging the purchase of these products will help grow these businesses, encourage new businesses to make products in Rhode Island and in so doing, secure and create further jobs.History of Section.P.L. 2013, ch. 123, § 1; P.L. 2013, ch. 129, § 1.
RI Gen L § 42-64.15-3 (2021)
2021 Rhode Island General Laws|Title 42 - State Affairs and Government|Chapter 42-64.15 - Made in Rhode Island Manufacturing Collaborative of 2013|Section 42-64.15-3 - Definitions.

§ 42-64.15-3. Definitions.When used in this chapter, the following terms shall have the following meanings:(1) "Collaborative" means "Made in Rhode Island Manufacturing Collaborative of 2013" established under § 42-64.15-4;(2) "Creative sector" means innovative art and design based businesses that primarily design and manufacture a physical product, rather than a digital product or service, operating within the state of Rhode Island.(3) "State agencies" means the state entities responsible for the implementation of Rhode Island's manufacturing and economic development, including, but not be limited to:(i) The commerce corporation;(ii) The secretary of state's office;(iii) The department of administration;(iv) The department of business regulation;(v) The division of taxation;(vi) The department of labor and training; and(vii) The Rhode Island state council on the arts.(4) "Locally manufactured" means products manufactured or produced within the state of Rhode Island.(5) "Manufactured goods" means the process of taking raw materials or components and adding value to those materials and components in order to create a final, recognizable product that has been created through the use of hands, machinery, tools, appliances, and other similar equipment. "Manufactured goods" does not include the process of completing a final assembly from subassemblies made elsewhere, or the act of packaging a product. The program and the standards shall not apply to those agricultural or seafood products subject to the Seafood Marketing Collaborative or the Rhode Island "Get Fresh Buy Local" program.History of Section.P.L. 2013, ch. 123, § 1; P.L. 2013, ch. 129, § 1.
RI Gen L § 42-64.15-4 (2021)
2021 Rhode Island General Laws|Title 42 - State Affairs and Government|Chapter 42-64.15 - Made in Rhode Island Manufacturing Collaborative of 2013|Section 42-64.15-4 - Collaborative established.

§ 42-64.15-4. Collaborative established.(a) There is hereby created a collaborative known as "Made in Rhode Island Manufacturing Collaborative" consisting of nine (9) members as follows:(1) The chief executive officer of the commerce corporation, or his or her designee, that shall serve as chair;(2) The secretary of state, or his or her designee;(3) The director of the department of administration, or his or her designee;(4) The director of the department of business regulation, or his or her designee;(5) The director of the department of revenue, or his or her designee;(6) The dean of the Rhode Island College school of management, or his or her designee;(7) The director of the department of labor and training, or his or designee;(8) The executive director of the Rhode Island state council on the arts, or his or her designee; and(9) A representative of a higher education institution with expertise in art and design, appointed by the governor.(b) The gubernatorial appointment shall serve a term of three (3) years, and shall be eligible to succeed him or herself. A vacancy other than by expiration shall be filled in the manner of the original appointment, but only for the unexpired portion of the term.(c) The collaborative shall receive staff and administrative support from the commerce corporation. The chief executive officer of the commerce corporation shall furnish the collaborative with a suitable location to hold its meetings.(d) Forthwith upon the passage of this chapter, the members of the collaborative shall meet at the call of the chairperson and organize. Thereafter, the collaborative shall meet quarterly and at the call of the chairperson, or three (3) members of the collaborative.(e) All departments and agencies of the state shall furnish such advice and information, documentation, and otherwise to the collaborative and its agents as is deemed necessary or desirable by the collaborative to facilitate the purposes of this chapter.(f) The members of the collaborative shall receive no compensation for their services.History of Section.P.L. 2013, ch. 123, § 1; P.L. 2013, ch. 129, § 1.
RI Gen L § 42-64.15-5 (2021)
2021 Rhode Island General Laws|Title 42 - State Affairs and Government|Chapter 42-64.15 - Made in Rhode Island Manufacturing Collaborative of 2013|Section 42-64.15-5 - Powers and duties.

§ 42-64.15-5. Powers and duties.The collaborative shall support and work collectively with the Rhode Island manufacturing and creative community to promote the marketing and sustainability of Rhode Island products, including, but not limited to:(1) Designate, in collaboration with the advisory council established in § 42-64.15-6, a "Made in Rhode Island" logo by a Rhode Island graphic designer as the official state emblem to identify products that are locally manufactured;(2) Recommend eligibility requirements that will permit businesses the use of the "Made In Rhode Island" logo on their products and represent that a product is made in this state;(3) Identify regulatory restrictions preventing and/or inhibiting marketing initiatives for locally manufactured products;(4) Examine the practices from other states that have implemented a state sponsored "Made In" program; such review may include a regulatory oversight process to ensure authenticity and adherence to quality standards for participating entities, companies and businesses;(5) Make recommendations for implementing a state sponsored "Made In Rhode Island" program;(6) Identify and facilitate opportunities to increase consumer demand for locally produced manufactured goods or services;(7) Identify and facilitate opportunities to establish agreements with local manufacturers for potential marketplace expansion of products;(8) Review and identify existing studies, pilot programs, initiatives and incentives of this state and other states regarding locally produced marketing practices;(9) Identify and recommend incentives to benefit and encourage the manufacturing and sale of locally manufactured products that qualify as "Made in Rhode Island";(10) Provide educational opportunities for consumers regarding local manufacturing of products and initiatives to further promote the brand;(11) Identify funding sources available to the manufacturing community to support marketing, branding and promotion of locally manufactured products;(12) Respond to requests for information from the legislature and comment on proposed legislation as it relates to local manufacturing branding efforts; and(13) Identify potential funding streams through state, federal, in-kind and private organizations to support future "Made in Rhode Island" manufacturing and marketing efforts and initiatives.History of Section.P.L. 2013, ch. 123, § 1; P.L. 2013, ch. 129, § 1.
RI Gen L § 42-64.15-6 (2021)
2021 Rhode Island General Laws|Title 42 - State Affairs and Government|Chapter 42-64.15 - Made in Rhode Island Manufacturing Collaborative of 2013|Section 42-64.15-6 - Advisory council established.

§ 42-64.15-6. Advisory council established.(a) There is hereby established an advisory council to the Rhode Island "Made in Rhode Island Manufacturing Collaborative" which shall consist of nine (9) members appointed by the chief executive officer of the commerce corporation as follows:(1) A manufacturer of locally manufactured materials (including, but not limited to, lumber, granite, gravel, asphalt);(2) A Rhode Island business owner that specializes in manufacturing services and supports;(3) A representative of a Rhode Island based independent organization representing the interests of the creative small business sector and commercial and industrial work space;(4) A representative from an independent Rhode Island organization or association representing the interests of commerce or economic development within the manufacturing industry;(5) A Rhode Island based retailer of local manufactured products representing an independent or franchised store;(6) A representative from a Rhode Island based nonprofit organization that trains, incubates and furthers industrial arts in the state;(7) A representative of the Rhode Island "Buy Local" effort;(8) One representative from an independent Rhode Island organization or association representing the manufacturing industry;(9) A representative from a Rhode Island charitable foundation.(b) Advisory council members shall serve three (3) year terms and are eligible to succeed themselves. In the event a member is unable to complete his or her term, the chief executive officer of the commerce corporation shall appoint a successor, and the successor appointed to the vacancy shall serve for the remainder of the unexpired term. The members of the board shall receive no compensation.(c) The advisory council shall elect annually a chairperson from among its members.(d) The advisory council shall receive staff and administrative support from the commerce corporation. The chief executive officer of the commerce corporation shall furnish the advisory board a suitable location to hold its meetings.(e) The advisory council shall meet at least quarterly and at the call of the chairperson or three (3) council members. The chairperson of the made in Rhode Island manufacturing collaborative, or a designee from among the members of the collaborative, shall be present for all advisory council meetings.(f) The advisory council shall advise the collaborative on all matters pertaining to the collaborative duties and powers.History of Section.P.L. 2013, ch. 123, § 1; P.L. 2013, ch. 129, § 1.
RI Gen L § 42-64.15-7 (2021)
2021 Rhode Island General Laws|Title 42 - State Affairs and Government|Chapter 42-64.15 - Made in Rhode Island Manufacturing Collaborative of 2013|Section 42-64.15-7 - Meeting and reporting requirements.

§ 42-64.15-7. Meeting and reporting requirements.The collaborative shall provide a report of its findings and recommendations addressing the research, marketing, expansion and funding opportunities for "Made in Rhode Island" branding of locally manufactured products to the governor and general assembly by April 30, 2014. Thereafter, the collaborative shall report to the governor and the general assembly, no later than April 30th of each year, on findings, recommendations and the progress made in achieving the goals and objectives set forth in this chapter and any other pertinent or requested information.History of Section.P.L. 2013, ch. 123, § 1; P.L. 2013, ch. 129, § 1.
RI Gen L § 42-64.15-8 (2021)
2021 Rhode Island General Laws|Title 42 - State Affairs and Government|Chapter 42-64.15 - Made in Rhode Island Manufacturing Collaborative of 2013|Section 42-64.15-8 - Rules and regulations.

§ 42-64.15-8. Rules and regulations.(a) The Rhode Island commerce corporation may promulgate rules and regulations to fulfill the purposes of this chapter in accordance with chapter 42-35, "The Administrative Procedures Act."(b) The collaborative and advisory council shall be subject to the provisions of chapter 38-2, "The Access to Public Records Act," and chapter 42-46, "The Open Meetings Act."History of Section.P.L. 2013, ch. 123, § 1; P.L. 2013, ch. 129, § 1.
RI Gen L § 42-64.16-4 (2021)
2021 Rhode Island General Laws|Title 42 - State Affairs and Government|Chapter 42-64.16 - The Innovate Rhode Island Small Business Program|Section 42-64.16-4 - Program guidelines.

§ 42-64.16-4. Program guidelines.STAC shall develop guidelines related to the administration of the programs established by this chapter. At least twenty (20) days before the effective date of any guidelines or nontechnical amendments to guidelines, STAC must publish the proposed guidelines on STAC website and provide notice to persons who have requested notice of proposed guidelines. In addition, STAC must accept oral and written comments on the proposed guidelines during the fifteen (15) business days beginning on the first day that STAC has completed these notifications. For the purpose of this section, a technical amendment is either of the following:(1) An amendment that corrects a spelling or grammatical error.(2) An amendment that makes a clarification based on public comment and could have been anticipated by the public notice that immediately preceded the public comment.History of Section.P.L. 2013, ch. 144, art. 23, § 1.
RI Gen L § 42-64.16-5 (2021)
2021 Rhode Island General Laws|Title 42 - State Affairs and Government|Chapter 42-64.16 - The Innovate Rhode Island Small Business Program|Section 42-64.16-5 - Innovate Rhode Island Small Business Account established as a special revenue fund.

§ 42-64.16-5. Innovate Rhode Island Small Business Account established as a special revenue fund.(a) Establishment. The Innovate Rhode Island Small Business Account is hereby established as a special revenue fund in STAC.(b) Purpose. The Innovate Rhode Island Small Business Account ("IRISBA") shall be used for the Rhode Island SBIR/STTR Incentive Program, the Rhode Island SBIR/STTR Matching Funds Program, and the Rhode Island Bioscience & Engineering Internship Program, as specified in this chapter. Moneys in the IRISBA shall be allocated as specified in this chapter and shall not exceed available funds in the account.History of Section.P.L. 2013, ch. 144, art. 23, § 1.
RI Gen L § 42-64.16-6 (2021)
2021 Rhode Island General Laws|Title 42 - State Affairs and Government|Chapter 42-64.16 - The Innovate Rhode Island Small Business Program|Section 42-64.16-6 - Reports.

§ 42-64.16-6. Reports.STAC shall publish a report on the use of funds in the Innovate Rhode Island Small Business Account ("IRISBA") at the end of each fiscal quarter. The report shall contain information on the commitment, disbursement, and use of funds allocated under the (IRISBA). The report is due no later than one month after the end of the fiscal quarter, and must be submitted to the following:(1) The chairs of the house of representatives and senate finance committees.(2) The fiscal offices of the general assembly.History of Section.P.L. 2013, ch. 144, art. 23, § 1.
RI Gen L § 42-64.18-1 (2021)
2021 Rhode Island General Laws|Title 42 - State Affairs and Government|Chapter 42-64.18 - Council of Economic Advisors|Section 42-64.18-1 - Council of economic advisors established.

§ 42-64.18-1. Council of economic advisors established.There is hereby established a council of economic advisors who shall consist of the following nine (9) members appointed by the governor:(1) The following shall be ex-officio members:(1) (i) (A) The executive director of the economic development corporation until such time that the secretary of commerce is appointed;(B) Upon his or her appointment, the secretary of commerce;(ii) Director of the office of management and budget;(iii) A representative from the office of revenue analysis;(iv) Director of labor management information systems;(2) In addition to the four ex-officio members, there shall be five (5) public members selected by the governor.(3) The five (5) public members selected by the governor shall be selected based upon specific experience in economics, research and related training. The governor may seek recommendations from both public and private institutions of higher education and other organizations within the state.History of Section.P.L. 2013, ch. 242, § 2; P.L. 2013, ch. 491, § 2.
RI Gen L § 42-64.18-2 (2021)
2021 Rhode Island General Laws|Title 42 - State Affairs and Government|Chapter 42-64.18 - Council of Economic Advisors|Section 42-64.18-2 - Purpose and charge to the council.

§ 42-64.18-2. Purpose and charge to the council.The council shall:(1) Be a collection point of data and information on the economy of Rhode Island;(2) Advise on economic policy for the governor, the executive office of commerce, and the state;(3) Prepare economic policy analysis on specific issues such as tax credits, tax expenditures and other related matters;(4) Publish reports and analyses as it sees fit to inform the state of the effect of economic activity and policy;(5) Establish a central repository of economic information in conjunction with the department of administration and the department of revenue and other state departments;(6) Prepare an annual report on the economy of Rhode Island; and(7) Review and advise on the strategic economic development plan for the state of Rhode Island.History of Section.P.L. 2013, ch. 242, § 2; P.L. 2013, ch. 491, § 2.
RI Gen L § 42-64.18-3 (2021)
2021 Rhode Island General Laws|Title 42 - State Affairs and Government|Chapter 42-64.18 - Council of Economic Advisors|Section 42-64.18-3 - Structure.

§ 42-64.18-3. Structure.(a) The members of the council shall be appointed by the governor for terms of no longer than three (3) years and may be reappointed. The executive director of the economic development corporation shall be the chairperson until such time that the secretary of commerce is appointed;Upon his or her appointment, the secretary of commerce shall be the chairperson. The council shall also select a vice chair. The council shall be staffed through the economic development corporation and shall utilize the staffs and resources of the division of statewide planning.(b) The council will be able to hire, subject to funding, consultants and related assistance to provide the type of analysis to inform its work.History of Section.P.L. 2013, ch. 242, § 2; P.L. 2013, ch. 491, § 2.
RI Gen L § 42-64.18-4 (2021)
2021 Rhode Island General Laws|Title 42 - State Affairs and Government|Chapter 42-64.18 - Council of Economic Advisors|Section 42-64.18-4 - State departments to cooperate with council.

§ 42-64.18-4. State departments to cooperate with council.All departments, offices, boards and agencies of the state shall cooperate with the council of economic advisors and furnish such administrative and staff support, advice, information, documents and otherwise, data and data analysis and other support as may be necessary or desirable.History of Section.P.L. 2013, ch. 242, § 2; P.L. 2013, ch. 491, § 2.
RI Gen L § 42-64.18-5 (2021)
2021 Rhode Island General Laws|Title 42 - State Affairs and Government|Chapter 42-64.18 - Council of Economic Advisors|Section 42-64.18-5 - Powers of council.

§ 42-64.18-5. Powers of council.In carrying out the responsibility under this chapter, the council may:(1) Accept grant funds and in-kind contributions from governmental and private entities;(2) Conduct hearings;(3) Invite academic experts and other witnesses to submit testimony; and(4) Contract with experts and consultants as necessary to inform on deliberations and recommendations.History of Section.P.L. 2013, ch. 242, § 2; P.L. 2013, ch. 491, § 2.
RI Gen L § 42-64.18-6 (2021)
2021 Rhode Island General Laws|Title 42 - State Affairs and Government|Chapter 42-64.18 - Council of Economic Advisors|Section 42-64.18-6 - Council subject to open meetings and access to public records laws.

§ 42-64.18-6. Council subject to open meetings and access to public records laws.In addition to any other applicable law, rules or regulations, the council of economic advisors shall be subject to the provisions of the open meetings act as set forth in title 42, chapter 46 of the Rhode Island general laws, and the access to public records act as set forth in title 38, chapter 2 of the Rhode Island general laws.History of Section.P.L. 2013, ch. 242, § 2; P.L. 2013, ch. 491, § 2.
RI Gen L § 42-64.19-1 (2021)
2021 Rhode Island General Laws|Title 42 - State Affairs and Government|Chapter 42-64.19 - Executive Office of Commerce|Section 42-64.19-1 - Statement of intent.

§ 42-64.19-1. Statement of intent.The purpose of this chapter is to develop an integrated system of economic development activities while preserving and protecting the safety and quality of life for the citizens of Rhode Island and to promote the economic viability of the Rhode Island economy, and ensure the efficient use of all available resources by the departments/divisions responsible for the regulation of growth within the state and the provision of labor and training programs serving all Rhode Islanders, and to provide and promote and encourage the preservation, expansion and sound development of new and existing industry, business, commerce, agriculture, tourism, recreational, and renewable energy facilities, promoting thereby the economic development of the state and the general welfare of its citizens and to meet this need while continuing to build on the achievements that have already been made. The interests of all Rhode Islanders will best be served by codifying in the state's general laws the purposes and responsibilities of the executive office of commerce and the position of secretary of commerce.History of Section.P.L. 2013, ch. 489, § 3; P.L. 2013, ch. 492, § 3.
RI Gen L § 42-64.19-2 (2021)
2021 Rhode Island General Laws|Title 42 - State Affairs and Government|Chapter 42-64.19 - Executive Office of Commerce|Section 42-64.19-2 - Purposes.

§ 42-64.19-2. Purposes.The Rhode Island executive office of commerce is authorized, created, and established as the state's lead agency for economic development throughout Rhode Island for the following purposes: To promote and encourage the preservation, expansion, and sound development of new and existing industry, business, commerce, agriculture, tourism, and recreational facilities in the state, which will promote the economic development of the state and the creation of opportunities for economic stability and employment through a business climate that fosters opportunity for all Rhode Islanders.History of Section.P.L. 2013, ch. 489, § 3; P.L. 2013, ch. 492, § 3.
RI Gen L § 42-64.19-4 (2021)
2021 Rhode Island General Laws|Title 42 - State Affairs and Government|Chapter 42-64.19 - Executive Office of Commerce|Section 42-64.19-4 - Secretary of commerce - Appointment.

§ 42-64.19-4. Secretary of commerce — Appointment.The executive office of commerce shall be administered by a secretary of commerce, hereafter referred to as "secretary." The position of secretary is hereby created in the unclassified service. The secretary shall be appointed by the governor with the advice and consent of the senate. The secretary shall hold office at the pleasure of the governor and until a successor is appointed and qualified. Before entering upon the discharge of duties, the secretary shall take an oath to faithfully execute the duties of the office. The secretary shall be appointed by February 1, 2015.History of Section.P.L. 2013, ch. 489, § 3; P.L. 2013, ch. 492, § 3.