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Current as of January 01, 2022 | Updated by FindLaw Staff
The deputy director for environmental quality shall have the following powers and duties:
(1) Oversight of and participation in the environmental quality study commission created by § 42-17.1-21;
(2) Collaboration with the director of the department of environmental management to effectuate a smooth operation of regulatory functions;
(3) Preparation of a budget to address the needs of the environmental regulatory programs in fiscal year 1990;
(4) Subject to the authority of the director, exercise of all functions currently assigned to the director of the department of environmental management within the divisions of air and hazardous materials, water resources, and groundwater and freshwater wetlands.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Rhode Island General Laws Title 42. State Affairs and Government § 42-17.1-20. Powers and duties of deputy director for environmental quality - last updated January 01, 2022 | https://codes.findlaw.com/ri/title-42-state-affairs-and-government/ri-gen-laws-sect-42-17-1-20/
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