§ 42-119-1. Creation. There is created a Rhode Island Commission on Women and Girls, which shall consist of twenty-six (26) members. Members shall be representative of the general public reflecting a broad spectrum of women from all socioeconomic, multi-cultural, and demographic segments as well as various departments of state government consistent with the purpose of […]
§ 42-119-2. Purpose. The purpose of the commission is to advance women and girls toward full equity in all areas of life and to promote rights and opportunities for all women. The commission shall study, make recommendations, and promote constructive action on issues related to women which include, but are not limited to, the following: […]
§ 42-119-3. Areas of responsibility. The commission has the following responsibilities: (1) Advise and submit recommendations to the governor and the general assembly on issues relating to women; (2) Gather and disseminate information to women and/or the general public on issues relating to women; (3) Develop and/or support programs and services for women consistent with […]
§ 42-119-4. Selection criteria. The commission shall be appointed in the following manner: (1) The governor shall appoint twelve (12) members for three (3) year terms on a staggered basis with four (4) appointed each year. Terms shall be effective July 1; (2) The president of the senate shall appoint three (3) senators, not more […]
§ 42-119-5. Survival of lawful activities. Action taken, rules, regulations, or standards adopted by the permanent advisory commission on women prior to July 1, 1992, in accordance with authority under resolution No. 84 of the 1970 acts and resolves and subsequent executive order and general assembly action, shall automatically continue with the same force and […]
§ 42-119-6. Accountability. The commission shall make an annual report to the governor and the general assembly on all activities undertaken in fulfilling its purpose and responsibilities. History of Section.P.L. 1992, ch. 59, § 1.
§ 42-119-7. Grants and gifts. The commission is empowered to apply for and receive, from any federal, state, or local agency, private foundation or from any individual, any grants, appropriations, or gifts which shall be deposited as restricted revenues. Appropriations shall be utilized in order to carry out the purpose of this commission. History of […]
§ 42-119-8. Cooperation. All departments, boards, and agencies of the state shall cooperate with the commission and furnish any advice and information, documentary and otherwise, that may be necessary or desirable to facilitate the purposes of this chapter. History of Section.P.L. 1992, ch. 59, § 1.
§ 42-119-9. Severability. If any provision or part of this chapter, or application of this chapter to any person or circumstances is held unconstitutional or otherwise invalid, the remaining provisions of this chapter and the application of those provisions to any other person or persons or circumstances, other than those to which it is held […]
