Rhode Island S2042 mandates the state to maintain all sidewalks along state highways, excluding snow and ice removal.

Rhode Island S2042 amends the General Laws to assign the state the responsibility for maintaining all sidewalks along state highways, except for snow and ice removal. This change applies to sidewalks constructed, under construction, or planned for construction. The bill revises the authority for sidewalks and curbs, ensuring the director of transportation has the power to construct sidewalks and curbs for pedestrian travel. The act takes effect immediately upon passage.

Rhode Island S2042 mandates the state to maintain all sidewalks along state highways, excluding snow and ice removal.

Rhode Island S2042 amends the General Laws to assign the state the responsibility for maintaining all sidewalks along state highways, except for snow and ice removal. This change applies to sidewalks constructed, under construction, or planned for construction. The bill revises the authority for sidewalks and curbs, ensuring the director of transportation has the power to construct sidewalks and curbs for pedestrian travel. The act takes effect immediately upon passage.