The proposed bill introduces a new chapter, CHAPTER 13.1, to Title 21 of the General Laws, focusing on the regulation of force-fed poultry products, specifically targeting the practice of force-feeding birds such as ducks and geese to produce foie gras. The bill establishes definitions for key terms, including "force-fed poultry product," which refers to any product resulting from the force-feeding of a bird with the intent to fatten or enlarge its liver, and "force-feeding," defined as the practice of forcing food or supplements into the throat, esophagus, crop, or stomach of an animal.

The bill explicitly prohibits individuals from engaging in or hiring others to engage in force-feeding practices. It also bans the sale of any force-fed poultry products or foods containing such products within Rhode Island. There is a rebuttable presumption that items labeled as "foie gras" are considered force-fed poultry products unless proven otherwise by the seller.

Enforcement provisions are included, stipulating that violations of the chapter will incur a civil penalty of $500 for each offense, with each day of continued violation treated as a separate offense. The bill allows for prosecution by local municipalities or the state department of health, with fines being retained by the prosecuting entity after deducting trial costs. The act is set to take effect on January 1, 2026.