Rhode Island § 42-117-3 - Expedited Permit Process
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§ 42-117-3. Expedited Permit Process
R.I. Gen. Laws § 42-117-3
§ 42-117-3. Definitions.
As used in this chapter, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise, the following words and phrases shall have the following meanings:
(1) “Economic development corporation” is the Rhode Island economic development corporation set forth in § 42-64-4.
(2) “Person” means any natural person, company, corporation, partnership, or any type of business entity.
(3) “Project of critical economic concern” means an undertaking designated by the economic development corporation to be significant, in its operational stage, by its ability to enhance, promote, and encourage business, commerce, and industry in Rhode Island and to stimulate jobs and relieve underemployment and unemployment in Rhode Island.
(4) “State agency” means any office, department, board, commission, bureau, division, authority, public corporation, agency, or instrumentality of the state.
History of Section.
P.L. 1991, ch. 346, § 1; P.L. 2001, ch. 37, § 1; P.L. 2001, ch. 147, § 1.
Frequently Asked Questions About Rhode Island § 42-117-3
What does Rhode Island General Laws § 42-117-3 cover?
Section 42-117-3 ("Expedited Permit Process") 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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