Loading chat...

RI H7670

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/11/2026

Primary Sponsor

Rebecca Kislak

Click for details

Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Bicyclists approaching a stop sign must slow down and stop if required for safety before entering an intersection
  • Bicyclists must yield the right-of-way to any vehicle in the intersection or approaching closely enough to constitute an immediate hazard
  • After slowing to a reasonable speed and yielding if required, bicyclists may proceed through the intersection without making a complete stop (commonly known as an "Idaho stop")
  • Amends Section 31-19-14 of Rhode Island General Laws governing bicycle turn and stop signals
  • Takes effect immediately upon passage

Legislative Description

Requires bicyclists to slow or stop at a stop sign and yield to vehicular traffic.

Motor And Other Vehicles

Last Action

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

3/3/2026

Committee Referrals

State Government & Elections2/11/2026

Full Bill Text

No bill text available