Bill > H5729

This bill modifies Rhode Island's existing traffic law by expanding prohibitions on depositing or blowing debris onto highways and roadways to specifically include grass and grass clippings. The amendment to section 31-22-9 now makes it illegal to throw or cause to be blown onto a highway or roadway any grass or grass clippings, joining other previously prohibited items like glass bottles, nails, wire, and cans. The bill adds language emphasizing that such deposits could injure people, animals, or vehicles, or create a hazard or deface the cleanliness of the roadway. The law requires the transportation director to post signs advising the public about penalties for such debris disposal, and violations will continue to be subject to fines as outlined in a separate statute (§ 31-41.1-4). The bill will take effect immediately upon its passage, providing a clear and immediate update to existing traffic safety regulations regarding roadway debris.

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