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RI S2176
Bill
Status
1/16/2026
Primary Sponsor
Alana DiMario
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AI Summary
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Authorizes the Division of Motor Vehicles to create special license plates for the Friends of the Historic Narragansett Towers nonprofit organization, with design approval required from Rhode Island State Police
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Imposes a $40 issuance surcharge in addition to regular registration fees, split evenly between the state general fund ($20) and the nonprofit ($20) for cultural and performing arts programs
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Requires a $10 surcharge on subsequent registration renewals, allocated entirely to the Friends of the Historic Narragansett Towers
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Plates cannot be produced until minimum prepaid order requirements under existing law (§ 31-3-117) are met, with initial orders handled by the nonprofit
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Organization must submit annual accounting reports before receiving funds and must use Rhode Island-sourced funds for Rhode Island-based charitable purposes
Legislative Description
Creates a special motor vehicle registration plate for the Friends of the Historic Narragansett Towers.
Motor And Other Vehicles
Last Action
Committee recommended measure be held for further study
3/4/2026