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signed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 19, 2026

SB 2178: AN ACT RELATING TO MOTOR AND OTHER VEHICLES -- PARKING FACILITIES AND PRIVILEGES

Creates a new registration plate for qualified individuals to possess an "adaptive vehicle license plate" to accommodate the transportation needs of an individual with a significant mobility impairment.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationCreates adaptive vehicle license plate for mobility-impaired individuals, enhancing transportation accessibility within vehicle regulations.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

signed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 18, 2026

SB 2822: AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC PROPERTY AND WORKS -- STATE PURCHASES

This bill establishes definitions and a regulatory framework for public-private partnerships in state procurement, allowing state agencies to enter into long-term contracts with private entities for developing, financing, constructing, or maintaining public assets. The legislation requires agencies to conduct value-for-money analyses comparing partnership options against traditional methods and mandates competitive procurement processes with detailed evaluation criteria. Key provisions include requirements for prevailing wages, labor harmony plans, oversight responsibilities, and a study on project labor agreements for contracts exceeding $25 million, while maintaining state accountability for delegated functions.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill establishes framework for public-private partnerships to develop, finance, construct, or maintain public assets including transportation infrastructure75% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

signed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 18, 2026

SB 2913: AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC UTILITIES AND CARRIERS -- OPERATION OF RAILROADS GENERALLY

Provides that no train or light engine used in connection with the movement of freight be operated unless it had a crew consisting of at least 2 persons and includes the imposition of fines upon a company, individual or business for violations.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill mandates minimum crew sizes for freight trains, enhancing railroad safety standards and protecting workers.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 11, 2026

SB 2722: AN ACT RELATING TO COURTS AND CIVIL PROCEDURE -- PROCEDURE GENERALLY -- CAUSES OF ACTION

SB 2722 creates a new legal claim (cause of action) for individuals to seek reimbursement from responsible parties for the replacement cost of a child restraint system (like a car seat) damaged in a motor vehicle accident. This directly affects parents, guardians, or caregivers who must replace such safety equipment after a crash. The key provision allows victims to file a civil lawsuit specifically to recover these replacement costs through the court system. The bill does not change accident liability rules but adds a specific financial remedy for a common post-crash expense related to child safety. It was introduced on February 27, 2026, and referred to the Senate Judiciary Committee.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill creates legal remedy for replacing child safety seats after accidents, directly enhancing vehicle safety and supporting transportation safety regulations.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

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signed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 5, 2026

SB 3176: AN ACT RELATING TO HIGHWAYS -- CROOK POINT BRIDGE AUTHORITY ACT

This bill creates the Crook Point Bridge Authority, an independent public organization dedicated to maintaining the Crook Point Bascule Bridge and related property in Providence. The authority will be governed by a three-person board appointed by the mayor with city council approval, who manage the bridge's preservation, improvements, and redevelopment without receiving personal compensation. The new authority has the power to enter contracts, manage finances, and issue its own debt, which is legally separate from the city and state and exempt from state taxes.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill creates authority to maintain and improve bridge infrastructure, directly advancing transportation preservation and redevelopment.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 5, 2026

SB 2718: AN ACT RELATING TO MOTOR AND OTHER VEHICLES -- ADJUDICATION OF TRAFFIC OFFENSES

SB 2718 increases fines for speeding violations in residential neighborhoods and school zones. It directly affects drivers who exceed speed limits in these specific areas. The bill establishes higher penalty amounts for speeding offenses occurring near homes or schools, aiming to enhance safety in vulnerable locations. This change modifies existing traffic penalty structures without altering speed limit laws themselves. The bill was introduced to the Senate Judiciary Committee on February 27, 2026.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationIncreases fines for speeding in school/residential zones to enhance traffic safety, directly strengthening transportation safety standards.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

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passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 4, 2026

SB 2988: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL PROCEDURE -- CRIMINAL INJURIES COMPENSATION

Funds the state crime victim compensation program through an additional one dollar ($1.00) fine on traffic violations, exclusive of violations related to the parking of vehicles.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill increases funding for crime victim compensation program through additional traffic violation fines, directly supporting budget allocation for public services.90% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill funds crime victim compensation program through traffic violation fines, directly supporting criminal justice by aiding victims.80% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill funds crime victim compensation through traffic violation fines, indirectly supporting transportation safety enforcement75% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

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passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 4, 2026

SB 2186: AN ACT RELATING TO MOTOR AND OTHER VEHICLES -- PARKING FACILITIES AND PRIVILEGES

SB 2186 allows individuals with disabilities to obtain up to two motor vehicle disability parking placards instead of the current limit of one. This directly affects people with disabilities who own multiple vehicles or require parking access for different vehicles. The bill amends existing law to increase the number of placards permitted per person, simplifying access to disability parking privileges. It does not change eligibility requirements or add new administrative processes. The bill was introduced in the Senate on January 16, 2026, and referred to committee.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationAmends vehicle parking regulations to improve accessibility for disabled individuals, directly supporting transportation accessibility under vehicle regulations.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

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passed · Rhode Island · Senate May 29, 2026

SB 3098: AN ACT RELATING TO WATERS AND NAVIGATION -- ALCOHOL BOATING SAFETY ACT

Gives the Rhode Island traffic tribunal jurisdiction to hear first offense refusals to submit to a chemical test pursuant to the Alcohol Boating Safety Act.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill enhances boating safety by clarifying jurisdiction for alcohol-related violations, strengthening transportation safety regulations.75% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

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passed · Rhode Island · Senate May 29, 2026

SB 2392: AN ACT RELATING TO MOTOR AND OTHER VEHICLES -- SCHOOL BUS SAFETY ENFORCEMENT

SB 2392 requires school departments to make GPS data about the real-time location and speed of school buses available electronically to parents or guardians of students transported by those buses. This directly affects families whose children ride school buses, allowing them to track bus movements during transportation. The bill mandates that all new school buses (starting July 1, 2027) and all school buses (by July 1, 2032) must include this GPS data capability alongside video monitoring systems. The law ensures this data access complies with privacy laws and does not interfere with law enforcement.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationMandates GPS/safety tech for school buses, enhancing transportation safety standards per bill's GPS data and video monitoring requirements.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

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