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RI S2767
Bill
Status
3/4/2026
Primary Sponsor
Brian Thompson
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AI Summary
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Public utility companies must provide at least 48 hours advance notice before completely closing any portion of a state or municipal highway for roadway repairs or related work
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Notice must be given to all residential and business property owners located within 1,000 feet of the road closure
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Amends the existing Rhode Island Utility Fair Share Roadway Repair Act (Chapter 39-2.2) by adding a new section on roadwork closure notice requirements
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Takes effect immediately upon passage
Legislative Description
Requires any public utility company that needs to close any state or municipal roadway for work to provide notice to all residential and business property owners located within 1,000 ft of the closed highway at least 48 hrs before the road closure.
Public Utilities And Carriers
Last Action
Introduced, referred to Senate Commerce
3/4/2026