§ 42-21-1. Transferred functions performed by department head — Rights of appeal.
Except as otherwise provided in this title, the head of a department or any other agency assuming any duties formerly imposed upon any other department or agency, and transferred by chapter 660 of the Public Laws of 1939, shall perform the duties of such department or agency, notwithstanding that the department or agency formerly performing those duties was a board, commission, or single officer. Any ruling, decision, or order made by the department or agency head with regard to matters within his or her jurisdiction shall be subject to any existing right of appeal to a court of competent jurisdiction.
History of Section.P.L. 1939, ch. 660, § 237; G.L. 1956, § 42-21-1.
Structure Rhode Island General Laws
Title 42 - State Affairs and Government
Chapter 42-21 - Effect of Transfer of Functions Between Departments
Section 42-21-1. - Transferred functions performed by department head — Rights of appeal.
Section 42-21-2. - Delegation of transferred functions.
Section 42-21-3. - Construction of laws and records.
Section 42-21-4. - New department as continuation of former department.
Section 42-21-5. - Delivery of records and property.
Section 42-21-6. - Continuation of rules and regulations.
Section 42-21-7. - Transfer of seals.
Section 42-21-8. - Pending proceedings.
Section 42-21-9. - Existing rights and remedies.
Section 42-21-10. - Offenses and penalties prior to transfer.