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RI S2471

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/6/2026

Primary Sponsor

Mark McKenney

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Authorizes municipalities to contract with the Rhode Island Department of Transportation to perform minor and routine maintenance work on state highway roadways and shoulders within their boundaries

  • Municipalities completing contract work that meets department standards are relieved from tort liability arising after the work is completed

  • Municipalities are entitled to payment or reimbursement from the department for completed work that conforms to contract standards

  • Does not alter or affect the existing powers and duties of the Department of Transportation

  • Takes effect upon passage

Legislative Description

Permits municipalities to enter into contracts with the department of transportation for the municipality to perform minor and routine maintenance work on state highways, roadways, and shoulders located within the municipality.

Highways

Last Action

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

3/12/2026

Committee Referrals

Housing and Municipal Government2/6/2026

Full Bill Text

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