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RI S2948

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/4/2026

Primary Sponsor

Matthew LaMountain

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Medical advisory board of the division of motor vehicles gains authority to suspend driver's licenses when records or evidence show an operator poses an imminent safety risk to the general public
  • Medical advisory board may order operators to continue using an ignition interlock system and may require substance use counseling when ordered by a court
  • License suspensions based on physical or mental fitness must be proven by clear and convincing evidence, with the division of motor vehicles bearing the burden of proof
  • Licensees are entitled to a hearing within 20 days of request, with rights including cross-examination of witnesses, access to evidence, and ability to present road test results
  • Takes effect upon passage

Legislative Description

Allows the medical advisory board to suspend the license of an operator-- authorizes the medical advisory board to order an operator to use an interlock ignition system.

Motor And Other Vehicles

Last Action

Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary

3/4/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary3/4/2026

Full Bill Text

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