To protect life and property, the governing body of each political subdivision of the state is authorized, after the declaration of an energy crisis by the governor, to carry out within its jurisdiction those measures that may be ordered by the governor and any additional measures that the governing body may deem necessary, subject to the limitations and provisions of this chapter; provided, that no action shall be inconsistent with any order, rule, regulation, or action of the governor.
R.I. Gen. Laws § 42-60-7
Emergency powers of political subdivisions
Known as the State Energy Crisis Management Act
The act spans §§ 42-60-1 to 42-60-9 (13 sections).
P.L. 1980, ch. 326, § 1.
Official source: Rhode Island General Assembly. Reproduced from public-domain Rhode Island statutes; confirm against the official source for the current text. Not legal advice.