Rhode Island General Laws Title 46. Waters and Navigation § 46-12.5.1-2. Powers and duties of the director

(1) To exercise general supervision of the administration and enforcement of this chapter and all rules and regulations and orders promulgated hereunder;

(2) To promulgate rules and regulations for the transportation of oil on the waters and over the land of this state; for the emergency response for the containment, cleanup, and abatement of a discharge of oil; for the assessment of penalties and recovery of costs and of damages as set forth in this chapter; and for any other procedures necessary for the implementation of this chapter;

(3) To promulgate rules and regulations for oil discharge contingency plans. The rules and regulations may at the minimum:

(4) To exercise all incidental powers necessary to carry out the purposes of this chapter;