Rhode Island S2728 mandates notice to E-ZPass users before DMV reporting, sets rules for transponder failures, requires outreach and free.

Rhode Island S2728 requires the Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority (RITBA) to notify E-ZPass users before reporting toll violations or evasions to the DMV. It establishes rules and regulations for transponder failures, including proactive outreach and free replacements. The bill also allows for the mitigation or forgiveness of tolls and penalties resulting from equipment failures. Toll violators must pay the toll amount within fourteen days of the violation, or they incur a $40 administrative fee.

Rhode Island S2728 mandates notice to E-ZPass users before DMV reporting, sets rules for transponder failures, requires outreach and free.

Rhode Island S2728 requires the Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority (RITBA) to notify E-ZPass users before reporting toll violations or evasions to the DMV. It establishes rules and regulations for transponder failures, including proactive outreach and free replacements. The bill also allows for the mitigation or forgiveness of tolls and penalties resulting from equipment failures. Toll violators must pay the toll amount within fourteen days of the violation, or they incur a $40 administrative fee.