§ 42-60-7. Emergency powers of political subdivisions.
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.
History of Section.P.L. 1980, ch. 326, § 1.
Structure Rhode Island General Laws
Title 42 - State Affairs and Government
Chapter 42-60 - Energy Crisis Management
Section 42-60-1. - Short title.
Section 42-60-2. - Findings, purposes, and policy.
Section 42-60-3. - Definitions.
Section 42-60-4. - Information collection.
Section 42-60-5. - Declaration of energy crisis.
Section 42-60-6. - Powers of the governor.
Section 42-60-7. - Emergency powers of political subdivisions.
Section 42-60-8. - Enforcement.
Section 42-60-9. - Orders, rules, and regulations.
Section 42-60-10. - Penalties.
Section 42-60-11. - Liberality of construction.