This bill, if passed, would amend Chapter 17-2 of the General Laws to add a new section regarding the qualifications for the office of governor. The new section, 17-2-7, states that no person shall be eligible to seek election to the office of governor unless they have resided within the state for at least five years preceding any election for that office. This requirement would apply to all future elections for the office of governor in Rhode Island.

The bill does not include any deletions from current law. It would take effect immediately upon passage.