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RI H7870
Bill
Status
2/27/2026
Primary Sponsor
Raymond Hull
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AI Summary
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Amends the definition of "mobile equipment" in Rhode Island General Laws Section 31-1-9 to clarify the meaning of "incidentally" as it relates to highway use
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Defines "incidentally" to mean actively participating in work in an active work zone or crossing a highway within a work zone
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Explicitly excludes traveling down a highway under the equipment's own power from the definition of incidental use
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Mobile equipment includes construction machinery such as asphalt spreaders, bucket loaders, road rollers, power shovels, and self-propelled cranes that are not primarily designed for transporting persons or property
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Takes effect immediately upon passage
Legislative Description
Clarifies when mobile equipment can travel on a public highway as an incidentally permitted practice limited to the active participation in an active work zone.
Motor And Other Vehicles
Last Action
Committee recommended measure be held for further study
3/3/2026