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RI S3034

RI S3034
Clarifies when mobile equipment can travel on a public highway as an incidentally permitted practice limited to the active participation in an active work zone.


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Introduced
03/05/2026
In Committee
05/28/2026
Crossed Over
05/27/2026
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2026 Regular Session

Bill Summary

This act would clarify when mobile equipment can travel on a public highway as an incidentally permitted practice limited to the active participation in an active work zone. This act would take effect upon passage.

AI Summary

This bill clarifies that "mobile equipment," which refers to vehicles not primarily designed for transporting people or property but are only occasionally used on highways, can travel on public roads as an "incidentally permitted practice" only when actively participating in an active work zone or crossing a highway within a work zone, and not when simply traveling down a highway under their own power. This clarification aims to define the term "incidentally" in the context of mobile equipment usage on public roads, specifically limiting it to direct involvement in work zone activities. The bill will become effective immediately upon its passage.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs, Housing and Urban Affairs

Sponsors (3)

Last Action

House State Government & Elections Consideration (00:00:00 6/4/2026 ) (on 06/04/2026)

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