· RI legislature · 2026

AN ACT RELATING TO AGRICULTURE AND FORESTRY -- AGRICULTURAL FUNCTIONS OF DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT

Amends the definition of farm and agricultural land to include land on which agricultural operations are being conducted or is suitable for agriculture operations, and further expand the definition of a farmer.

Sponsor

Mike Chippendale (R-RI)

Introduced

2026-01-14

Policy area

Agriculture and Food

Latest action

01/22/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study