Rhode Island General Laws Title 46. Waters and Navigation § 46-16-1.3. Concurrence in additional powers

(1) Unless this state specifically confers a power or duty on the commission, other than one conferred by the compact itself, no financial or other burden or duties shall be placed upon this state, or any agency, officer, or subdivision thereof by reason of the conferring or exercise of the power or duty. At any time the governor shall have the power to make inquiry of the commission and to examine its books and records in order to ascertain the state of compliance with this chapter.

(2) The rights, privileges, and responsibilities of this state with respect to the New England Interstate Water Pollution Control Compact and the commission established thereby, shall not be limited or impaired.

(3) The commission shall include in its annual report to the governor and the legislature of this state a full account of any additional powers or duties administered by it.