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Introduced
01/16/2026
01/16/2026
In Committee
01/16/2026
01/16/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This act would provide beginning July 1, 2026, that twenty percent (20%) of available proceeds in the Rhode Island highway maintenance account would be allocated annually to RIPTA for operating expenditures. This act would take effect upon passage.
AI Summary
This bill, effective upon passage, amends the "Transportation Investment and Debt Reduction Act of 2011" to increase the portion of funds from the Rhode Island highway maintenance account that are allocated to the Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) for its operating expenses. Specifically, starting July 1, 2026, twenty percent (20%) of the available proceeds in this account will be directed to RIPTA annually, a significant increase from the current ten percent (10%) allocated through June 30, 2026. The highway maintenance account is a fund used for transportation projects, and this change redirects a larger share of its revenue to support public transportation operations.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance
Sponsors (10)
Sam Zurier (D)*,
Jonathon Acosta (D),
Jacob Bissaillon (D),
Alana DiMario (D),
Victoria Gu (D),
Meghan Kallman (D),
Pam Lauria (D),
Mark McKenney (D),
Ana Quezada (D),
Lammis Vargas (D),
Last Action
Introduced, referred to Senate Finance (on 01/16/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://status.rilegislature.gov/ |
| BillText | https://webserver.rilegislature.gov/BillText26/SenateText26/S2095.pdf |
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