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RI H5649

RI H5649
Atlantic Time Zone


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Introduced
02/27/2019
In Committee
02/27/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
06/06/2019

Introduced Session

2019 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Provides for Rhode Island's adoption of the Atlantic Time Zone if and when Massachusetts does so.

AI Summary

This bill provides for Rhode Island's adoption of the Atlantic Time Zone if and when Massachusetts enacts legislation to do the same. The bill specifies that if Massachusetts moves to the Atlantic Time Zone, Rhode Island will follow suit and change to the Atlantic Time Zone on the same date and time. The bill also directs the governor to have the state police superintendent prepare any necessary plans and directives for the practical implementation of the time zone change in Rhode Island.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (4)

Last Action

Committee recommended measure be held for further study (on 03/14/2019)

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