Rhode Island General Laws 42-64.34-1. Department established
Effective January 1, 2023, there is hereby established within the executive branch of the state government a department of housing. The head of the department shall be the secretary of housing, who shall be appointed by the governor.
History of Section.
P.L. 2022, ch. 388, § 2, effective June 30, 2022; P.L. 2022, ch. 442, § 2, effective June 30, 2022.
Terms Used In Rhode Island General Laws 42-64.34-1
- Advice and consent: Under the Constitution, presidential nominations for executive and judicial posts take effect only when confirmed by the Senate, and international treaties become effective only when the Senate approves them by a two-thirds vote.
§ 42-64.34-1. Department established. [Effective January 1, 2024.]
Effective January 1, 2023, there is hereby established within the executive branch of the state government a department of housing. The head of the department shall be the secretary of housing, who shall be appointed by the governor with the advice and consent of the senate. The position of secretary is hereby created in the unclassified service. The secretary shall hold office at the pleasure of the governor. Before entering upon the discharge of duties, the secretary shall take an oath to faithfully execute the duties of the office.
History of Section.
P.L. 2022, ch. 388, § 2, effective June 30, 2022; P.L. 2022, ch. 442, § 2, effective June 30, 2022; P.L. 2023, ch. 323, § 3, effective January 1, 2024; P.L. 2023, ch. 324, § 3, effective January 1, 2024.