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RI S2181
Bill
AI Summary
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Office of State Fire Marshal must create and maintain a vehicle identification database for electric and hybrid motor vehicles powered by high-voltage lithium-ion batteries, in coordination with the Division of Motor Vehicles
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State Fire Marshal must compile a contact list of all fire departments and fire districts providing firefighting services throughout the state
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Division of Motor Vehicles must share limited vehicle information with local fire departments: registration information, vehicle make/model/year, and the address where the vehicle is located
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Information must be forwarded to the appropriate municipal or volunteer fire department or fire district by January 1 and July 1 of each year
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Act takes effect six months after passage
Legislative Description
Creates a program through which fire departments and fire districts are notified of locations of registrants of electric and hybrid motor vehicles can register their vehicles with their local fire department or fire district.
Health And Safety
Last Action
Committee recommended measure be held for further study
3/25/2026