Rhode Island § 16-41-2 - New England Higher Education Compact

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§ 16-41-2. New England Higher Education Compact

R.I. Gen. Laws § 16-41-2

§ 16-41-2. Effective date.

When the authority shall have executed the compact on behalf of this state and shall have caused a verified copy to be filed with the secretary of state, then the compact shall become operative and effective as between this state and the other state or states. The authority is authorized and directed to take any action that may be necessary to complete the exchange of official documents as between this and any other state executing the compact.

History of Section.
R.P.L. 1957, ch. 73, § 2; P.L. 1978, ch. 365, § 2.

Source: official Rhode Island text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About Rhode Island § 16-41-2

What does Rhode Island General Laws § 16-41-2 cover?

Section 16-41-2 ("New England Higher Education Compact") is part of the Rhode Island General Laws, the codified statutory law of Rhode Island. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.

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