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RI S3034
RI S3034Clarifies 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
03/05/2026
In Committee
05/28/2026
05/28/2026
Crossed Over
05/27/2026
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)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://status.rilegislature.gov/ |
| BillText | https://webserver.rilegislature.gov/BillText26/SenateText26/S3034.pdf |
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