Rhode Island General Laws Title 12. Criminal Procedure § 12-2.2-6. Temporary assignment of capitol police officers

(a) Upon the convening of the general assembly in each year, four (4) members of the capitol police will be assigned to these branches of government for security purposes. Two (2) capitol police officers will be chosen by the speaker of the house of representatives and two (2) capitol police officers will be chosen by the president of the senate to serve in these capacities. Duties assigned, clothing to be worn, and hours to be worked will be designated by the speaker of the house of representatives and the president of the senate. These four (4) capitol police officers will be considered “on assignment” whenever officially assigned to any place used by the general assembly to conduct its business, or any place used by the committee or members of the general assembly to conduct business.

(b) Following the adjournment of the general assembly, or at any other time designated by the speaker of the house of representatives or the president of the senate, these four (4) capitol police officers will return to their previously assigned duties as members of the capitol police.