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RI S2425
Bill
Status
1/30/2026
Primary Sponsor
Lammis Vargas
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AI Summary
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Requires the Rhode Island Department of Transportation to include pollinator-friendly native species when planting trees, shrubs, forbs, and grasses along state roads and highways
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Mandates the department seek input from apiarists, horticulturists, and other certified professionals to identify appropriate plant types and locations that benefit pollinators
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Defines "pollinators" as insects including, but not limited to, bees that carry pollen between flowers
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Requires all pollinator-related roadside activities to comply with federal best practices under 23 U.S.C. 332
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Takes effect immediately upon passage
Legislative Description
Authorizes and empower the department of transportation to plant pollinator friendly native species of trees, shrubs, grasses and plants within limits of a roadway, including state highways.
Highways
Last Action
Committee recommended measure be held for further study
3/12/2026