Rhode Island Regulation Filing Resources


The RI Department of State's Administrative Records Office manages the online regulation filing system and provides resources to format and file regulations to display in the Rhode Island Code of Regulations (RICR).

Template & Guides

Download the Regulation Template to draft rules and a guide to learn how to format and file regulations:

Rulemaking Workflows

View each workflow to determine which rulemaking action to take:

  • Proposed Regular Process
  • Proposed Direct Final Process
  • Emergency Process
  • Advance Notice Process
  • APA Exempt Process
  • Technical Revision Process

Rulemaking Timelines

View each timeline to determine which rulemaking action to take:

  • Proposed Regular Timeline
  • Proposed Direct Final Timeline
  • Emergency Timeline
  • Advance Notice Timeline
  • APA Exempt Timeline
  • Technical Revision Timeline

Additional Resources

Download Additional Resources to assist the rulemaking process:

Sample Regulations

Document Templates

DISCLAIMER

The Administrative Records Office cannot provide agencies with legal advice regarding the content of regulations. For content assistance, please contact the Office of Management and Budget at [email protected].

In 2025, the General Assembly passed House bill 5522 - legislation that requires all state agencies to provide the General Assembly with copies of final rules within 20 days of filing with our office. The Administrative Records Office within the Department of State does not have the statutory authority to dictate how each agency provides notice to General Assembly members.

CONTACT US

401-222-2353

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