R.I. Gen. Laws § 5-8-6
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§ 5-8-6. Board Removal of members Vacancies.
Official statutory text
The governor may remove any member of the board for misconduct, incompetency, neglect of duty, or for any sufficient cause, in the manner prescribed by law for removal of state officials. Vacancies in the membership of the board shall be filled for the unexpired term by appointment by the governor as provided in § 5-8-3.
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