Rhode Island § 29-4-7 - Free Public Libraries
Full text of Rhode Island Rhode Island General Laws § 29-4-7 — Free Public Libraries, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 29-4-7. Free Public Libraries
R.I. Gen. Laws § 29-4-7
§ 29-4-7. Library funds.
All appropriations from the city or town and state, and the income of all funds belonging to the library, shall be subject to the exclusive control of the trustees, and the several city and town treasurers shall pay, within the limits of the appropriations and other library funds in their hands, all bills properly certified by the trustees.
History of Section.
G.L. 1896, ch. 43, § 4; G.L. 1909, ch. 53, § 4; G.L. 1923, ch. 54, § 4; G.L. 1938,
ch. 339, § 4; G.L. 1956, § 29-4-7; P.L. 1964, ch. 233, § 2.
Frequently Asked Questions About Rhode Island § 29-4-7
What does Rhode Island General Laws § 29-4-7 cover?
Section 29-4-7 ("Free Public Libraries") 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.
How do I cite Rhode Island § 29-4-7?
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Is this the official text of Rhode Island law?
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How does Rhode Island § 29-4-7 apply to my situation?
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