S.2042

Requires that all maintenance of sidewalks along state highways, with the exception of snow and ice removal, be the responsibility of the state.

Chamber Passed·5/7/26
Introduced Text

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.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the Senate · 36–0 · May 7
Current
Finance Committee
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

36 Yea

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0 Nay

2 Not Voting

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Calendar

Mar 12

12:00 AM

Senate Housing and Municipal Government Hearing

History

May 8

House

Referred to House Finance

May 7

Senate

Senate read and passed

May 1

Senate

Placed on Senate Calendar (05/07/2026)