Rhode Island General Laws Title 42. State Affairs and Government § 42-132-2. Definitions

(1) “ Department” means the secretary of state's office.

(2) “ Director” means the director of the secretary of state's first stop business information center.

(3) “ License” means any certificate, permit, or other evidence, by whatever name called, of a right or privilege to engage in any business activity, except occupational licenses.

(4) “ Occupational license” means any certificate, permit, or other evidence, by whatever name called, of a right or privilege to engage in a profession, occupation, or field of endeavor that is issued by an occupational licensing agency.

(5) “ Occupational licensing agency” means any board, commission, committee, or other agency of this state that is established for the primary purpose of regulating the admission or conduct of persons in a particular profession, occupation, or field of endeavor, and is authorized to issue and revoke licenses. The term does not include a state agency or department that issues permits or licenses as only part of its regular function.

(6) “ Office” means the first stop business information center.