Rhode Island – Ethics Commission Increases Gift Limit
The Rhode Island Ethics Commission has recently approved to increase the gift limit to public officials from $25 to $50 for single gifts, and from $75 in the aggregate to $150 in the aggregate per calendar year. The Ethics Commission additionally approved to broaden the definition of an “interested person” to include all lobbyists, including those working on behalf of nonprofits; both changes become effective on January 1, 2026.
Disclaimer: Politicom Law LLP makes this information available for educational purposes only to give you general information and a general understanding of the law, not to provide specific legal advice. By using this page, you understand that there is no attorney client relationship between you and Politicom Law LLP. This information should not be used as a substitute for competent legal advice from a licensed professional attorney in your state.