R.I. Gen. Laws § 27-33-2: Participation.

Each domestic insurer and all insurers licensed to write those classes of insurance listed in §§ 27-8-1 and 27-8-3 in the state, on a direct basis, shall participate in the basic property insurance and placement program established in this state in furtherance of 12 U.S.C. § 1749bbb et seq., commonly known as the FAIR (Fair Access to Insurance Requirements) plan. Failure to comply with this provision may be grounds for revocation, suspension, or nonrenewal of any license.