S.2615

Makes a violation using the passing lane on limited access highways when not passing another vehicle.

Introduced·2/13/26
Introduced Text

Rhode Island S2615 makes it illegal to use the passing lane on limited access highways unless passing another vehicle.

Rhode Island S2615 amends the state's traffic laws to prohibit the use of the passing lane on limited access highways when not passing another vehicle. This change aims to enhance road safety by ensuring the passing lane is used only for its intended purpose. Violations of this provision will be subject to fines as outlined in § 31-41.1-4. The act will take effect immediately upon passage.

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Where it stands

Current
Judiciary Committee
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

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3
2
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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

DR

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)

Feb 13

Senate

Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary