S.2969

Prohibits solicitation of money or other donations while an individual is standing or sitting in a crosswalk, intersection or safety zone.

Introduced·3/4/26
Introduced Text

Rhode Island S2969 prohibits soliciting donations in crosswalks, intersections, or safety zones.

Rhode Island S2969 prohibits individuals from soliciting money or other donations while standing or sitting in a crosswalk, intersection, or safety zone. Violators face penalties including fines and community service for first and second offenses, and imprisonment for subsequent violations. The law does not apply to toll collection. A judge may order counseling for offenders.

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Where it stands

Current
Judiciary Committee
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

Senate Committee on Judiciary: Be held for further study

10 Yea

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0 Nay

Calendar

Apr 2

12:00 AM

Senate Judiciary Hearing

History

Apr 2

Senate

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

Mar 27

Senate

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

Mar 4

Senate

Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary