In order to properly carry out the functions of the committee on finance of the house of representatives as provided in chapter 3 of title 35, the chairperson of the committee on finance, with the approval of a majority of the members of the committee, may employ a fiscal assistant, a federal coordinator, and expert and technical assistants who shall by their experience and training be qualified in governmental, financial, and budgetary matters. In addition, the chairperson, with the approval of a majority of the members of the committee, may employ any research and secretarial assistance that shall be deemed necessary.
R.I. Gen. Laws § 22-6-10