For the purpose of making any investigation authorized by §§ 35-7-1 - 35-7-9, the director of administration or his or her duly authorized agent may enter upon any state property at any reasonable time. The director, upon request by the proper person, shall assist, so far as practicable, any state department or agency in the keeping of its accounts and financial records and the drawing of contracts and agreements, and may generally advise that person concerning the financial affairs and management of the department or agency.
R.I. Gen. Laws § 35-7-8