S.2134

Makes it unlawful for anyone under the age of 21 to operate a motor vehicle while knowingly having liquor in any part of the vehicle, except when accompanied by another adult who is 21 years of age or older and related to the operator.

Introduced·1/16/26
Introduced Text

Rhode Island S2134 prohibits underage drivers from operating vehicles with alcohol present, except when accompanied by a 21+ related adult.

Rhode Island S2134 amends the state's laws to make it unlawful for anyone under the age of 21 to operate a motor vehicle while having alcohol in any part of the vehicle, except when accompanied by a parent, legal guardian, or another adult who is 21 years of age or older and related to the operator. This law does not apply to those aged 16-21 transporting unopened alcoholic beverages in the course of their employment. Violators face fines and potential license suspension, with penalties increasing for subsequent offenses.

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Where it stands

Current
Judiciary Committee
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

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3
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

Senate Committee on Judiciary: Be held for further study

9 Yea

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0 Nay

2 Absent

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Calendar

Apr 9

12:00 AM

Senate Judiciary Hearing

History

Apr 9

Senate

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

Apr 3

Senate

Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/09/2026)

Jan 16

Senate

Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary