Is it Required in Rhode Island?
No. Rhode Island has no state laws demanding that operating agreements be adopted so that an LLC can engage in business, yet a written contract can provide multiple safeties and benefits. (R.I. Gen. Laws § 7-16-4)
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State Definition
“Operating agreement” is any contract dictating a company’s method of operations and power structure and is issued by multi-member or sole-member LLC members, owners, or managers;