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Form 116 Articles of Incorporation for a Domestic Worker's Cooperative - Rhode Island
What Is Form 116?
This is a legal form that was released by the Rhode Island Department of State - a government authority operating within Rhode Island. As of today, no separate filing guidelines for the form are provided by the issuing department.
FAQ
Q: What is Form 116?
A: Form 116 is the Articles of Incorporation for a Domestic Worker's Cooperative in Rhode Island.
Q: What is a domestic worker?
A: A domestic worker is someone who provides services within a household, such as house cleaning, child care, or elder care.
Q: What is a cooperative?
A: A cooperative is an organization owned and operated by the people who use its services, with the goal of meeting common needs and improving economic and social well-being.
Q: Why would a domestic worker's cooperative need to be incorporated?
A: Incorporation provides legal recognition and protection to the cooperative, allowing it to enter into contracts, own property, and function as a separate entity from its members.
Q: Who can file Form 116?
A: Any domestic worker's cooperative in Rhode Island can file Form 116 to incorporate their organization.
Q: What information is required in Form 116?
A: Form 116 requires information about the cooperative's name, purpose, registered agent, initial board of directors, and other details.
Q: Are there any fees associated with filing Form 116?
A: Yes, there are filing fees associated with Form 116. The fees can vary, so it's best to check with the Rhode Island Secretary of State's office for the current fee schedule.
Q: What happens after filing Form 116?
A: After filing Form 116 and paying the necessary fees, the cooperative will receive a Certificate of Incorporation from the Rhode Island Secretary of State, which confirms its legal existence.
Q: Can a domestic worker's cooperative change its Articles of Incorporation?
A: Yes, a cooperative can amend its Articles of Incorporation by filing a Certificate of Amendment with the Rhode Island Secretary of State.
Form Details:
- Released on April 1, 2023;
- The latest edition provided by the Rhode Island Department of State;
- Easy to use and ready to print;
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- Compatible with most PDF-viewing applications;
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