Transportation (Traffic Safety)

passed · Rhode Island · House May 19, 2026

HR 8566: HOUSE RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING MAY OF 2026 TO BE "MOTORCYCLE AWARENESS MONTH" IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND

This bill designates May 2026 as Motorcycle Awareness Month in Rhode Island to promote road safety and educate the public about sharing the road with motorcyclists. The resolution highlights statistics on motorcycle accidents and encourages all drivers to avoid distracted driving and give motorcycles ample space. It does not change any laws or regulations but serves as a symbolic proclamation to raise awareness among motorists and riders.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill promotes motorcycle awareness and road safety, encouraging drivers to share the road safely, which aligns with enhancing transportation safety.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways Traffic Safety

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signed · Rhode Island · House Jun 23, 2026

HB 8593: AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF PAWTUCKET TO PROVIDE FOR THE IMPROVEMENT AND REPLACEMENT OF ROAD SAFETY INFRASTRUCTURE AND TRAFFIC CONTROL DEVICES IN THE CITY OF PAWTUCKET AND AUTHORIZING THE FINANCING THEREOF, INCLUDING THE ISSUE OF NOT MORE THAN $2,500,000 BONDS AND NOTES THEREFOR, TO FUND THE CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM FOR THE TWO FISCAL YEARS 2028 AND 2029

Authorizes the city of Pawtucket to issue not more than $2,500,000 general obligation bonds and notes to finance the improvement and replacement of road safety infrastructure and traffic control devices.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill authorizes funding for road safety infrastructure, directly strengthening public services and fiscal management.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill authorizes funding to improve and replace road safety infrastructure and traffic control devices.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Debt & Bonds Roads & Highways Traffic Safety

died · Rhode Island · House May 14, 2026

HB 8523: AN ACT RELATING TO MOTOR AND OTHER VEHICLES -- SPECIAL STOPS REQUIRED

Permits a driver to admit to a violation for failure to stop for a school bus and pay the violation of $300 directly to the municipality or its designee, without the need for a court appearance.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill enhances transportation safety by streamlining enforcement of school bus stop violations, protecting vulnerable road users.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Driver Licensing Public Transit Traffic Safety

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signed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 23, 2026

SB 3325: AN ACT AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF PAWTUCKET TO PROVIDE FOR THE IMPROVEMENT AND REPLACEMENT OF ROAD SAFETY INFRASTRUCTURE AND TRAFFIC CONTROL DEVICES IN THE CITY OF PAWTUCKET AND AUTHORIZING THE FINANCING THEREOF, INCLUDING THE ISSUE OF NOT MORE THAN $2,500,000 BONDS AND NOTES THEREFOR, TO FUND THE CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM FOR THE TWO FISCAL YEARS 2028 AND 2029

Authorizes the city of Pawtucket to issue not more than $2,500,000 general obligation bonds and notes to finance the improvement and replacement of road safety infrastructure and traffic control devices.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill authorizes funding for road safety infrastructure, directly strengthening public services and fiscal management.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill authorizes funding to improve and replace road safety infrastructure and traffic control devices, directly advancing transportation safety.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways Traffic Safety

died · Rhode Island · House May 5, 2026

HB 8481: AN ACT RELATING TO MOTOR AND OTHER VEHICLES -- ADJUDICATION OF TRAFFIC OFFENSES

Increases the fine for speeding, 1-10 mph in excess of posted speed limit in a residential or school zone, to $175 and increases the fine to $400 for speed in excess of 11 mph in a residential or school zone.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill increases fines for speeding in school zones, enhancing transportation safety standards.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Traffic Safety

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died · Rhode Island · Senate Mar 31, 2026

SB 2942: AN ACT RELATING TO MOTOR AND OTHER VEHICLES -- SUPER SPEEDER ACCOUNTABILITY ACT

Establishes the Super Speeder Accountability Act to be used as a sentencing option or enhancement for drivers charged with certain driving violations.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill enhances accountability for dangerous driving through sentencing enhancements, aligning with criminal justice reform goals of protecting public safety and ensuring appropriate consequences for violations.65% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill enhances transportation safety through stricter penalties for speeding, aligning with safety improvement indicators.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Sentencing Driver Licensing Traffic Safety

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died · Rhode Island · House Mar 3, 2026

HB 7672: AN ACT RELATING TO MOTOR AND OTHER VEHICLES -- SPECIAL STOPS REQUIRED

HB 7672 requires the Department of Transportation to install stop signs at all intersections where state highways cross bike paths. This law directly affects motor vehicle operators, who must come to a complete stop at these locations. The bill mandates that stop signs be placed and maintained at every such intersection on state highways, coordinated with the Traffic Safety Commission. It takes effect upon passage and does not specify additional safety measures beyond the stop requirement.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationMandates stop signs at highway-bike path intersections to enhance transportation safety, aligning with safety enhancement indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Bicycle Infrastructure Pedestrian Safety Traffic Safety

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died · Rhode Island · House Apr 28, 2026

HB 8098: AN ACT RELATING TO MOTOR AND OTHER VEHICLES -- SUPER SPEEDER ACCOUNTABILITY ACT

Establishes the Super Speeder Accountability Act to be used as a sentencing option or enhancement for drivers charged with certain driving violations.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationEnhances transportation safety through stricter penalties for speeding violations, directly addressing vehicle regulation enforcement.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Traffic Safety

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died · Rhode Island · Senate Apr 15, 2026

SB 2751: AN ACT RELATING TO MOTOR AND OTHER VEHICLES -- RHODE ISLAND PEDESTRIAN SAFETY ACT

SB 2751, the Rhode Island Pedestrian Safety Act, grants cities and towns authority to implement automated traffic monitoring systems (like cameras) to detect pedestrian safety violations, such as vehicles failing to yield at crosswalks. Local governments would use these systems to identify violations, with drivers facing a $50 civil fine for each offense. The bill directly affects drivers who violate pedestrian safety rules and empowers local authorities to enforce these rules without requiring state-level mandates.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationEnforces pedestrian safety at crosswalks via automated monitoring, directly enhancing transportation safety standards.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Pedestrian Safety Traffic Safety

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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

Sub-Topics Traffic Safety

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