Rhode Island law
Administrative Laws in Rhode Island.
Rhode Island administrative law is governed by the Administrative Procedures Act (R.I. Gen. Laws § 42-35-1 et seq.), which governs rulemaking, contested cases, and judicial review of state agency action. Rules are published in the Rhode Island Code of Regulations. Contested cases are heard by agency hearing officers. Final agency decisions are reviewable in Superior Court.
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Key Rhode Island Statutes
Rhode Island's APA governs rulemaking and contested cases. Rulemaking requires notice in the Rhode Island Register, public hearing opportunity, and publication.
Final agency decisions are reviewable in Superior Court. Standard: whether the decision is supported by reliable, probative, and substantial evidence, not arbitrary or capricious.
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