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Introduced
02/27/2026
02/27/2026
In Committee
02/27/2026
02/27/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This act would increase the fine for speeding, one to ten miles per hour (1-10 mph) in excess of posted speed limit in a residential or school zone to one hundred seventy five dollars ($175). It would increase the fine to four hundred dollars ($400) for speed in excess of eleven miles per hour (11 mph) in a residential or school zone. This act would take effect upon passage.
AI Summary
This bill increases fines for speeding in residential or school zones, which are areas where children and residents are more vulnerable. Specifically, it raises the fine for driving one to ten miles per hour (1-10 mph) over the posted speed limit in these zones to $175, and the fine for driving eleven miles per hour (11 mph) or more over the limit to $400. These changes are intended to enhance safety in these sensitive areas and will take effect immediately upon being passed into law.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (10)
Stefano Famiglietti (D)*,
Peter Appollonio (D),
John Burke (D),
Andrew Dimitri (D),
Todd Patalano (D),
Lou Raptakis (D),
Brian Thompson (D),
David Tikoian (D),
Lori Urso (D),
Bridget Valverde (D),
Last Action
Senate Judiciary Hearing (00:00:00 4/9/2026 ) (on 04/09/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://status.rilegislature.gov/ |
| BillText | https://webserver.rilegislature.gov/BillText26/SenateText26/S2718.pdf |
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