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RI S2974

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/4/2026

Primary Sponsor

Matthew LaMountain

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends Section 31-17-5.1 governing penalties for pedestrian right-of-way violations (§§ 31-17-1 through 31-17-5)
  • Removes the fixed maximum fine of $75.00 for violations
  • Replaces the fixed fine with penalties according to the standardized schedule of traffic offense fines in § 31.41.1-4
  • Introduced by Senators LaMountain, Felag, and Burke on March 4, 2026
  • Takes effect immediately upon passage

Legislative Description

Amends the general law relative to right-of-way of pedestrians to reference the schedule of violations for the adjudication of traffic offenses contained in § 31.41.1-4.

Motor And Other Vehicles

Last Action

Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary

3/4/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary3/4/2026

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