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RI H7638

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/11/2026

Primary Sponsor

Earl Read

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends Section 31-17-5.1 of Rhode Island General Laws governing penalties for pedestrian right-of-way violations
  • Removes the current fixed maximum fine of $75.00 for violations of pedestrian right-of-way laws (§§ 31-17-1 through 31-17-5)
  • Replaces the fixed penalty with fines determined by the schedule of violations in § 31.41.1-4, which governs adjudication of traffic offenses
  • Takes effect immediately upon passage
  • Introduced February 11, 2026 by Representatives Read, Noret, Hopkins, J. Brien, and Corvese; referred to House Judiciary Committee

Legislative Description

Amends the general law relative to right-of-way of pedestrians to reference the schedule of violations for the adjudication of traffic offenses contained in § 31.41.1-4.

Motor And Other Vehicles

Last Action

Introduced, referred to House Judiciary

2/11/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary2/11/2026

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