Transportation

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 · House Jun 19, 2026

HB 7308: 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 to accommodate mobility impairments, enhancing transportation accessibility and safety under vehicle regulations.90% 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

signed · Rhode Island · House Jun 18, 2026

HB 7608: AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC UTILITIES AND CARRIERS -- OPERATION OF RAILROADS GENERALLY

Provides that no train or light engine would be used in connection with the movement of freight could be operated unless it had a crew consisting of at least 2 persons, would also include the imposition of fines upon a company for violation of the act.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationRequires two-person crews for freight trains to enhance safety, directly aligning with transportation safety standards as per bill summary.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

signed · Rhode Island · House Jun 18, 2026

HB 7452: AN ACT RELATING TO MOTOR AND OTHER VEHICLES -- ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION AND TITLING

Permits the implementation of a system of electronic registration and titling of motor vehicles, by the DMV and would require that rules and regulations to implement the provisions of this chapter, would be promulgated by the administrator of the DMV.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationPermits electronic vehicle registration/titling, modernizing DMV processes for improved efficiency in vehicle administration under transportation regulations.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

passed · Rhode Island · House Jun 9, 2026

HB 8464: AN ACT RELATING TO HIGHWAYS -- CONSTRUCTION AND MAINTENANCE OF STATE ROADS

Requires any contractor performing construction or maintenance for RIDOT, RITBA or any other construction on any state roads have in place an attenuator truck/crash truck with an operational camera.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill mandates safety equipment (attenuator trucks with cameras) for road construction, enhancing transportation safety standards.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

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passed · Rhode Island · House Jun 9, 2026

HB 7138: AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC UTILITIES AND CARRIERS -- RHODE ISLAND PUBLIC TRANSIT AUTHORITY

Enables the Rhode Island public transit authority (RIPTA) to work with the Massachusetts Bay Transit Authority (MBTA) to allow commuter rail passes to be used as dual passes for both RIPTA and MBTA.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationEnables dual commuter rail passes between RIPTA and MBTA, improving transit interoperability and convenience for riders.85% 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

signed · Rhode Island · House Jun 5, 2026

HB 7218: AN ACT RELATING TO HIGHWAYS -- CROOK POINT BRIDGE AUTHORITY ACT

HB 7218 creates the Crook Point Bridge Authority, an independent entity separate from Providence city government and the state, to maintain the Crook Point Bascule Bridge and related property. The authority will be governed by a 3-member board appointed by the mayor (with city council approval), with members serving five-year terms and no compensation. Key provisions include the authority’s power to manage finances, enter contracts, borrow funds, and handle maintenance without burdening city or state budgets or taxes. The bill ensures the bridge’s upkeep is managed through a dedicated body, with annual financial reports submitted to city officials.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationCreates authority to maintain Crook Point Bridge infrastructure, ensuring transportation asset upkeep without burdening city government.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation