H7179

Requires commercial property owners to install vehicle barriers at their retail establishment locations as part of any new construction.

Introduced·1/21/26
Introduced Text

Rhode Island H7179 mandates vehicle barriers for new commercial constructions to enhance safety.

Rhode Island H7179, known as The Charlotte A. Vacca Act, requires commercial property owners to install vehicle barriers at retail establishments during new constructions. These barriers must meet safety standards and protect pedestrians and property. Insurers are mandated to consider these barriers as a safety measure, offering discounts on insurance premiums for reduced risk. The act takes effect immediately upon passage.

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Where it stands

Current
Corporations Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

DDDI
4
1
R
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Apr 2

12:00 AM

House Corporations Hearing

History

Apr 2

House

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

Mar 27

House

Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/02/2026)

Jan 21

House

Introduced, referred to House Corporations