Pursuant to R.I. Gen. Laws §§ 39-1-1, 39-1-7, 39-1-13, 39-1-15, 39-1-21, 39-1-22, 39-1-38, 39-3-11, 42-35-1 et seq. the Commission finds that in order to carry out its charge in R.I. Gen. Laws § 39-1-1"to supervise [and] regulate.the conduct of companies offering to the public in intrastate commerce.transportation services.for the purpose of increasing and maintaining the efficiency of the companies, according desirable safeguards and convenience to their employees and to the public, and protecting them and the public against improper and unreasonable rates, tolls and charges.." all water common carriers doing business in the State of Rhode Island are required to file Annual Reports with the Commission not later than ninety (90) days following the close of the company's fiscal year.
810 R.I. Code R. 810-RICR-00-00-4.1