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RI Gen L § 42-138-2 (2021)
2021 Rhode Island General Laws|Title 42 - State Affairs and Government|Chapter 42-138 - The Rhode Island Abraham Lincoln Bicentennial Commission|Section 42-138-2 - Establishment of commission.

§ 42-138-2. Establishment of commission.(a) There is created the State of Rhode Island Abraham Lincoln bicentennial commission, which shall be associated with the Rhode Island Historical Society for administrative purposes. The commission shall be composed of twenty-one (21) members, as follows:(1) Two (2) members of the house of representatives, not more than one from the same political party appointed by the speaker of the house;(2) Two (2) members of the senate, not more than one from the same political party appointed by the president of the senate;(3) One member from the Rhode Island Council on the Humanities, appointed by the executive director of the council;(4) One member from the Rhode Island economic development corporation, appointed by the executive director;(5) One member from the Rhode Island Historical Society, appointed by the executive director of that organization;(6) One member from the historical preservation and heritage commission, appointed by the executive director of the commission;(7) One member from the Rhode Island state council on the arts, appointed by the executive director;(8) One member from the Heritage Harbor Museum, appointed by the executive director of the museum;(9) One member from the Rhode Island Civil Rights Roundtable, appointed by the executive director of that organization;(10) One member from the Lincoln Group of Boston, appointed by the president of that organization;(11) One member from the Abraham Lincoln bicentennial commission established by the United States Congress, appointed by the concurrence of the chairs of that commission;(12) One member from the board of regents for elementary and secondary education, appointed by the chairperson of the board;(13) One member from the board of governors for higher education, appointed by the chairperson of the board;(14) One member from the John Hay Library of Special Collections at Brown University which houses the McLellan Lincoln Collection, appointed by the president of Brown University;(15) One member from the Providence Chapter of the NAACP, appointed by the executive director of that organization; and(16) Four (4) public members from the state at large with a demonstrated interest in history and substantial knowledge and appreciation of Abraham Lincoln, appointed by the governor.(b) The chair of the commission shall be elected from among the membership by the commission members.History of Section.P.L. 2004, ch. 112, § 1; P.L. 2004, ch. 157, § 1; P.L. 2006, ch. 216, § 59.
RI Gen L § 42-138-3 (2021)
2021 Rhode Island General Laws|Title 42 - State Affairs and Government|Chapter 42-138 - The Rhode Island Abraham Lincoln Bicentennial Commission|Section 42-138-3 - Powers and duties of commission.

§ 42-138-3. Powers and duties of commission.The State of Rhode Island Abraham Lincoln bicentennial commission shall:(1) Study and recommend activities that may be carried out by the State of Rhode Island to honor Abraham Lincoln on the occasion of the bicentennial anniversary of his birth;(2) Educate Rhode Island residents and the nation about the life of Abraham Lincoln and his visit to the State of Rhode Island;(3) Assist local governments and organizations with planning, preparation, and grant applications for bicentennial events and projects;(4) Coordinate federal, state, and local bicentennial activities occurring in Rhode Island;(5) Plan and implement appropriate events, including celebrations and educational initiatives to commemorate the bicentennial;(6) Perform other duties as necessary to highlight Rhode Island's role in the life of Abraham Lincoln; and(7) Seek federal grants and philanthropic support for bicentennial activities.History of Section.P.L. 2004, ch. 112, § 1; P.L. 2004, ch. 157, § 1; P.L. 2006, ch. 216, § 59.
RI Gen L § 42-138-4 (2021)
2021 Rhode Island General Laws|Title 42 - State Affairs and Government|Chapter 42-138 - The Rhode Island Abraham Lincoln Bicentennial Commission|Section 42-138-4 - Sunset.

§ 42-138-4. Sunset.The provisions of this chapter shall be repealed effective June 30, 2010.History of Section.P.L. 2004, ch. 112, § 1; P.L. 2004, ch. 157, § 1.
RI Gen L § 42-139-1 (2021)
2021 Rhode Island General Laws|Title 42 - State Affairs and Government|Chapter 42-139 - Executive Branch and Public Corporation Lobbying|Section 42-139-1 - Repealed.

§ 42-139-1. Repealed.History of Section.P.L. 2004, ch. 297, § 1; P.L. 2004, ch. 375, § 1; Repealed by P.L. 2016, ch. 62, § 4, effective January 1, 2017; P.L. 2016, ch. 69, § 4, effective January 1, 2017.
RI Gen L § 42-139-2 (2021)
2021 Rhode Island General Laws|Title 42 - State Affairs and Government|Chapter 42-139 - Executive Branch and Public Corporation Lobbying|Section 42-139-2 - Repealed.

§ 42-139-2. Repealed.History of Section.P.L. 2004, ch. 297, § 1; P.L. 2004, ch. 375, § 1; P.L. 2006, ch. 216, § 60; Repealed by P.L. 2016, ch. 62, § 4, effective January 1, 2017; P.L. 2016, ch. 69, § 4, effective January 1, 2017.
RI Gen L § 42-139-3 (2021)
2021 Rhode Island General Laws|Title 42 - State Affairs and Government|Chapter 42-139 - Executive Branch and Public Corporation Lobbying|Section 42-139-3 - Repealed.

§ 42-139-3. Repealed.History of Section.P.L. 2004, ch. 297, § 1; P.L. 2004, ch. 375, § 1; Repealed by P.L. 2016, ch. 62, § 4, effective January 1, 2017; P.L. 2016, ch. 69, § 4, effective January 1, 2017.
RI Gen L § 42-139-4 (2021)
2021 Rhode Island General Laws|Title 42 - State Affairs and Government|Chapter 42-139 - Executive Branch and Public Corporation Lobbying|Section 42-139-4 - Repealed.

§ 42-139-4. Repealed.History of Section.P.L. 2004, ch. 297, § 1; P.L. 2004, ch. 375, § 1; P.L. 2012, ch. 46, § 2; P.L. 2012, ch. 78, § 2; Repealed by P.L. 2016, ch. 62, § 4, effective January 1, 2017; P.L. 2016, ch. 69, § 4, effective January 1, 2017.
RI Gen L § 42-139-5 (2021)
2021 Rhode Island General Laws|Title 42 - State Affairs and Government|Chapter 42-139 - Executive Branch and Public Corporation Lobbying|Section 42-139-5 - Repealed.

§ 42-139-5. Repealed.History of Section.P.L. 2004, ch. 297, § 1; P.L. 2004, ch. 375, § 1; Repealed by P.L. 2016, ch. 62, § 4, effective January 1, 2017; P.L. 2016, ch. 69, § 4, effective January 1, 2017.
RI Gen L § 42-139-6 (2021)
2021 Rhode Island General Laws|Title 42 - State Affairs and Government|Chapter 42-139 - Executive Branch and Public Corporation Lobbying|Section 42-139-6 - Repealed.

§ 42-139-6. Repealed.History of Section.P.L. 2004, ch. 297, § 1; P.L. 2004, ch. 375, § 1; P.L. 2006, ch. 216, § 60; P.L. 2006, ch. 428, § 7; P.L. 2006, ch. 429, § 7; P.L. 2008, ch. 264, § 2; P.L. 2008, ch. 451, § 2; Repealed by P.L. 2016, ch. 62, § 4, effective January 1, 2017; P.L. 2016, ch. 69, § 4, effective January 1, 2017.
RI Gen L § 42-139-7 (2021)
2021 Rhode Island General Laws|Title 42 - State Affairs and Government|Chapter 42-139 - Executive Branch and Public Corporation Lobbying|Section 42-139-7 - Repealed.

§ 42-139-7. Repealed.History of Section.P.L. 2004, ch. 297, § 1; P.L. 2004, ch. 375, § 1; Repealed by P.L. 2016, ch. 62, § 4, effective January 1, 2017; P.L. 2016, ch. 69, § 4, effective January 1, 2017.
RI Gen L § 42-139-8 (2021)
2021 Rhode Island General Laws|Title 42 - State Affairs and Government|Chapter 42-139 - Executive Branch and Public Corporation Lobbying|Section 42-139-8 - Repealed.

§ 42-139-8. Repealed.History of Section.P.L. 2004, ch. 297, § 1; P.L. 2004, ch. 375, § 1; Repealed by P.L. 2016, ch. 62, § 4, effective January 1, 2017; P.L. 2016, ch. 69, § 4, effective January 1, 2017.
RI Gen L § 42-139-9 (2021)
2021 Rhode Island General Laws|Title 42 - State Affairs and Government|Chapter 42-139 - Executive Branch and Public Corporation Lobbying|Section 42-139-9 - Repealed.

§ 42-139-9. Repealed.History of Section.P.L. 2004, ch. 297, § 1; P.L. 2004, ch. 375, § 1; Repealed by P.L. 2016, ch. 62, § 4, effective January 1, 2017; P.L. 2016, ch. 69, § 4, effective January 1, 2017.
RI Gen L § 42-139.1-1 (2021)
2021 Rhode Island General Laws|Title 42 - State Affairs and Government|Chapter 42-139.1 - The Rhode Island Lobbying Reform Act|Section 42-139.1-1 - Title.

§ 42-139.1-1. Title.This chapter shall be known and may be cited as "The Rhode Island Lobbying Reform Act."History of Section.P.L. 2016, ch. 62, § 3; P.L. 2016, ch. 69, § 3.
RI Gen L § 42-139.1-2 (2021)
2021 Rhode Island General Laws|Title 42 - State Affairs and Government|Chapter 42-139.1 - The Rhode Island Lobbying Reform Act|Section 42-139.1-2 - Declaration of intent.

§ 42-139.1-2. Declaration of intent.(a) The preservation of responsible government requires that the people of the state be afforded the fullest opportunity to petition their government officials and to express their opinions.(b) Public confidence in the integrity of our government is strengthened by the identification of those who seek to influence governmental actions and by the disclosure of funds expended in that effort.(c) The provisions of this chapter are intended to:(1) Simplify and clarify the rules governing lobbying;(2) Maximize transparency without imposing unnecessary burdens on the process;(3) Promote a more user-friendly registration and reporting system; and(4) Strengthen the investigation and enforcement scheme.History of Section.P.L. 2016, ch. 62, § 3; P.L. 2016, ch. 69, § 3.
RI Gen L § 42-139.1-4 (2021)
2021 Rhode Island General Laws|Title 42 - State Affairs and Government|Chapter 42-139.1 - The Rhode Island Lobbying Reform Act|Section 42-139.1-4 - Registration and identification of lobbyists.

§ 42-139.1-4. Registration and identification of lobbyists.(a) The secretary shall maintain an online register of lobbyists. The online register shall be in a format, and shall contain such information as the secretary may direct, and shall be maintained as a public document.(b) Every lobbyist shall cause the following information to be entered into the online register within seven (7) calendar days of any lobbying engagement and shall also register the termination of such engagement.(1) Name and address of the lobbyist(s);(2) The legislation by bill number or by the subject matter(s) of the lobbying;(3) The executive branch officials or public bodies to be lobbied;(4) Compensation, except for those lobbyists employed by a lobbying firm;(5) Any other information required by the secretary.(c) No lobbyist shall be permitted to register if the lobbyist is not in compliance with the provisions of this chapter, and any rules and regulations promulgated thereunder, for all prior engagements.(d) Subject to the seven-day (7) grace period in subsection (b), no person shall engage in any lobbying unless and until that person is registered as provided herein.(e) Governmental lobbyists, as defined in § 42-139.1-3, shall be exempt from the requirements of subsections (b)(2), (b)(3), (b)(4), and (b)(5).(f) The secretary shall issue an identification badge to every person who registers as a lobbyist, in a form prescribed by the secretary. Every lobbyist shall conspicuously display this badge while engaged in any lobbying activity in a state government building. The badge shall include the word "lobbyist" in bold print as well as the name of the lobbyist and a lobbyist registration number issued by the secretary.History of Section.P.L. 2016, ch. 62, § 3; P.L. 2016, ch. 69, § 3.
RI Gen L § 42-139.1-5 (2021)
2021 Rhode Island General Laws|Title 42 - State Affairs and Government|Chapter 42-139.1 - The Rhode Island Lobbying Reform Act|Section 42-139.1-5 - Registration of persons engaging lobbyists or lobbying firms.

§ 42-139.1-5. Registration of persons engaging lobbyists or lobbying firms.(a) The secretary shall maintain an online register of persons that engage the services of a lobbyist or lobbying firm. The online register shall be in a format, and contain such information as the secretary may direct, and shall be maintained as a public document.(b) Every person engaging lobbyists or lobbying firms shall cause the following information to be entered in the online register within seven (7) calendar days of any lobbying engagement, and shall also register the termination of such engagement.(1) The name and business address of the person engaging the lobbyist or lobbying firm;(2) The name(s) of the lobbyist(s) or lobbying firm(s) employed;(3) Total compensation paid to the lobbyist(s) or lobbying firm(s); and(4) Any other information required by the secretary.(c) No persons engaging a lobbyist or lobbying firm shall be permitted to register if the person is not in compliance with the provisions of this chapter, and any rules and regulations promulgated thereunder, for all prior engagements.History of Section.P.L. 2016, ch. 62, § 3; P.L. 2016, ch. 69, § 3.
RI Gen L § 42-139.1-6 (2021)
2021 Rhode Island General Laws|Title 42 - State Affairs and Government|Chapter 42-139.1 - The Rhode Island Lobbying Reform Act|Section 42-139.1-6 - Lobbying reports - Lobbyists.

§ 42-139.1-6. Lobbying reports — Lobbyists.(a) Every registered lobbyist shall file with the secretary a report listing, for the indicated reporting period, the following information related to said lobbyist, together with all updates to said information upon each subsequent applicable filing:(1) All compensation that the lobbyist received for lobbying;(2) The name(s) of the person(s) who paid the compensation;(3) All expenditures made for the purpose of lobbying, other than routine office expenses;(4) All money and anything of value provided or promised to any legislative or executive branch official which in the aggregate exceeds two hundred fifty dollars ($250) in the current calendar year;(5) All campaign contributions in excess of one hundred dollars ($100) made to any elected state official, candidate for state-level elected office, or political action committee;(6) The legislation by bill number or by the subject matter(s) of the lobbying; and(7) The executive branch officials or public bodies lobbied.(b) All reports shall be submitted on a form prescribed by the secretary, and the reports shall be maintained as public documents.(c) Reports shall be filed by the fifteenth day of each of February, March, April, May, June, and July for activity relating to the lobbyist's activity during the calendar month immediately preceding each said filing, and upon any termination of the lobbyist's engagement. Reports relating to the lobbyist's activity in July, August, September, October, November, and December shall be filed on or prior to October fifteenth, and January fifteenth of each calendar year for activity relating to the lobbyist's activity during the three (3) calendar months immediately preceding each said filing, and upon any termination of the lobbyist's engagement.(d) For purposes of this section, any in-house lobbyist shall disclose only that portion of the compensation which represents a reasonable estimate of the percentage of the time spent by the in-house lobbyist on lobbying activities.(e) Governmental lobbyists shall be exempt from the reporting requirements of subsection (a).(f) For purposes of this section, any contract lobbyist who is employed by a firm, corporation, partnership, or other entity shall disclose the total compensation paid to that entity, but shall not be required by this section to disclose the percentage of said compensation paid to individual partners, members, or employees.History of Section.P.L. 2016, ch. 62, § 3; P.L. 2016, ch. 69, § 3.
RI Gen L § 42-139.1-7 (2021)
2021 Rhode Island General Laws|Title 42 - State Affairs and Government|Chapter 42-139.1 - The Rhode Island Lobbying Reform Act|Section 42-139.1-7 - Lobbying reports - Persons engaging the services of lobbyists or lobbying firms.

§ 42-139.1-7. Lobbying reports — Persons engaging the services of lobbyists or lobbying firms.(a) Every person who engages the services of a lobbyist or lobbying firm shall file with the secretary a report listing, for the indicated reporting period, the following information related to said person, together with all updates to said information upon each subsequent applicable filing:(1) All compensation paid to lobbyists and lobbying firms for purposes of lobbying;(2) All expenditures made for the purpose of lobbying, other than routine office expenses;(3) All money and anything of value provided or promised to any legislative or executive branch official which in the aggregate exceeds two hundred fifty dollars ($250) in the current calendar year.(b) All reports shall be submitted on a form prescribed by the secretary of state, and the reports shall be maintained as public documents.(c) Reports shall be filed by the fifteenth day of each of February, March, April, May, June, and July for activity relating to the lobbyist's activity during the calendar month immediately preceding each said filing, and upon any termination of the lobbyist's engagement. Reports relating to the lobbyist's activity in July, August, September, October, November, and December shall be filed on or prior to October fifteenth, and January fifteenth of each calendar year for activity relating to the lobbyist's activity during the three (3) calendar months immediately preceding each said filing, and upon any termination of the lobbyist's engagement.History of Section.P.L. 2016, ch. 62, § 3; P.L. 2016, ch. 69, § 3.
RI Gen L § 42-139.1-8 (2021)
2021 Rhode Island General Laws|Title 42 - State Affairs and Government|Chapter 42-139.1 - The Rhode Island Lobbying Reform Act|Section 42-139.1-8 - Contingent fee lobbying.

§ 42-139.1-8. Contingent fee lobbying.No person shall pay or accept any compensation for lobbying which is based in whole or in part on the degree to which such lobbying is or was successful in influencing any government action.History of Section.P.L. 2016, ch. 62, § 3; P.L. 2016, ch. 69, § 3.
RI Gen L § 42-139.1-9 (2021)
2021 Rhode Island General Laws|Title 42 - State Affairs and Government|Chapter 42-139.1 - The Rhode Island Lobbying Reform Act|Section 42-139.1-9 - Non-conforming reports - Failure to file - Penalties.

§ 42-139.1-9. Non-conforming reports — Failure to file — Penalties.(a) The secretary shall inspect the reports required by this chapter, and if it appears in the secretary's reasonable discretion that any such report was not filed or does not conform to the provisions of this chapter, the secretary shall notify that person in writing. If said person shall have failed within twenty (20) calendar days after receipt of said notice to correct the non-conformance or file the report, the secretary shall issue a show-cause order against the alleged violator requiring that person to establish facts which show reasonable cause as to why applicable penalties should be waived. If the alleged violator does not establish facts reasonably sufficient to show cause as to why penalties should not be imposed, the secretary may impose a civil penalty of up to five thousand dollars ($5,000) per violation, and may revoke the applicable registration for a period of up to three (3) years; provided, however, that the secretary shall have the discretion to issue a first-time offender a warning and directive to comply with the provisions of this act.(b) Any penalty imposed by the secretary in accordance with this section shall be appealable by the aggrieved party to the superior court pursuant to the provisions of chapter 35 of this title.(c) The secretary may refer the violation to the attorney general for prosecution under § 42-139.1-12.History of Section.P.L. 2016, ch. 62, § 3; P.L. 2016, ch. 69, § 3.
RI Gen L § 42-139.1-11 (2021)
2021 Rhode Island General Laws|Title 42 - State Affairs and Government|Chapter 42-139.1 - The Rhode Island Lobbying Reform Act|Section 42-139.1-11 - Duties and powers of the secretary.

§ 42-139.1-11. Duties and powers of the secretary.The secretary shall have the authority to perform any duties that are necessary to implement the provisions of this chapter. Without limiting the generality of the foregoing, the secretary is authorized and empowered to:(1) Develop forms for the required lobbying reports.(2) Develop a form of register for persons required to register pursuant to this chapter.(3) Adopt rules and regulations to carry out the purposes of this chapter, including a schedule of administrative penalties to be assessed for minor infractions, such as the failure to timely file any of the reports required by this chapter.(4) Collect fines and such assessed registration fees that the secretary deems appropriate.(5) Prepare and publish educational materials relating to the provisions of this chapter, including, at the secretary's discretion, an instructional link and training video available on the secretary's website.History of Section.P.L. 2016, ch. 62, § 3; P.L. 2016, ch. 69, § 3.
RI Gen L § 42-139.1-12 (2021)
2021 Rhode Island General Laws|Title 42 - State Affairs and Government|Chapter 42-139.1 - The Rhode Island Lobbying Reform Act|Section 42-139.1-12 - Penalties.

§ 42-139.1-12. Penalties.Any person who knowingly and willfully violates the provisions of this chapter shall, in addition to the civil penalties provided herein, be guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine of not more than one thousand dollars ($1,000) and/or imprisonment for no longer than one year.History of Section.P.L. 2016, ch. 62, § 3; P.L. 2016, ch. 69, § 3.
RI Gen L § 42-139.1-13 (2021)
2021 Rhode Island General Laws|Title 42 - State Affairs and Government|Chapter 42-139.1 - The Rhode Island Lobbying Reform Act|Section 42-139.1-13 - Severability.

§ 42-139.1-13. Severability.If any provision of this chapter is held to be invalid for any reason, that invalidity shall not be construed to affect the validity of any other provisions in the chapter.History of Section.P.L. 2016, ch. 62, § 3; P.L. 2016, ch. 69, § 3.
RI Gen L § 42-140-1 (2021)
2021 Rhode Island General Laws|Title 42 - State Affairs and Government|Chapter 42-140 - Rhode Island Energy Resources Act|Section 42-140-1 - Short title.

§ 42-140-1. Short title.This chapter shall be known as the "Rhode Island Energy Resources Act".History of Section.P.L. 2006, ch. 236, § 11; P.L. 2006, ch. 237, § 11.
RI Gen L § 42-140-2 (2021)
2021 Rhode Island General Laws|Title 42 - State Affairs and Government|Chapter 42-140 - Rhode Island Energy Resources Act|Section 42-140-2 - Creation.

§ 42-140-2. Creation.There is hereby authorized, created and established an office of energy resources in the executive department of state government, which may be assigned by executive order for administrative purposes to a department within state government. The office of energy resources shall be the successor to the state energy office.History of Section.P.L. 2006, ch. 236, § 11; P.L. 2006, ch. 237, § 11.