S.3097

Requires every vehicle that operates in intrastate commerce be permanently marked with a US DOT Number effective April 1, 2027.

Chamber Passed·5/27/26
Introduced Text

Rhode Island S3097 mandates USDOT number marking for intrastate commercial vehicles starting April 1, 2027.

Rhode Island S3097 amends the state's motor vehicle laws to require all vehicles operating in intrastate commerce to be permanently marked with a USDOT number, effective April 1, 2027. This requirement aims to enhance safety by ensuring that commercial vehicles meet federal standards. Exemptions include vehicles owned by the state or political subdivisions, transit-type buses operated by cities or towns, Rhode Island public transit authority buses, school buses, and professional driving school vehicles.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the Senate · 37–0 · May 27
Current
State Government & Elections Committee
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

37 Yea

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0 Nay

1 Not Voting

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Calendar

May 21

12:00 AM

Senate Housing and Municipal Government Consideration

Mar 26

12:00 AM

Senate Housing and Municipal Government Hearing

History

May 28

House

Referred to House State Government & Elections

May 27

Senate

Senate read and passed

May 22

Senate

Placed on Senate Calendar (05/27/2026)