The Rhode Island Statement of Exigent Circumstances is a tool used by the Rhode Island Department of Health to grant exceptions to certain public health regulations during a public health emergency. This document allows the state to respond quickly and appropriately to a health crisis while preserving individual liberties. It includes criteria for determining when an exception can be made, and outlines the steps necessary to obtain an exception. There are two main types of Rhode Island Statement of Exigent Circumstances: the Exception Request Form and the Exigent Circumstances Declaration. The Exception Request Form is used when a request is made to the Rhode Island Department of Health to waive or modify a public health regulation. The Exigent Circumstances Declaration is an official document signed by the Governor of Rhode Island that outlines the circumstances requiring an exception, the applicable public health regulations, and the requested exception. Both documents are essential to ensure the health and safety of Rhode Islanders during a public health emergency.