Rhode Island · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
HB 5099: AN ACT RELATING TO HIGHWAYS -- CONSTRUCTION AND MAINTENANCE OF STATE ROADS
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 5099 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on January 22, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO HIGHWAYS -- CONSTRUCTION AND MAINTENANCE OF STATE ROADS. Primary sponsor: Kathleen Fogarty (Democratic), Karen Alzate (Democratic), Susan Donovan (Democratic), Tina Spears (Democratic), Terri Cortvriend (Democratic), Rebecca Kislak (Democratic), Lauren Carson (Democratic), Jennifer Boylan (Democratic), June Speakman (Democratic), Michelle McGaw (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (February 6, 2025): 02/06/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Authorizes and empower the department of transportation to plant pollinator friendly native species of trees, shrubs, grasses and plants within limits of a roadway, including state highways.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kathleen Fogarty | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 35 |
| Karen Alzate | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 60 |
| Susan Donovan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 69 |
| Tina Spears | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 36 |
| Terri Cortvriend | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 72 |
| Rebecca Kislak | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 4 |
| Lauren Carson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 75 |
| Jennifer Boylan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 66 |
| June Speakman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 68 |
| Michelle McGaw | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 71 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 02/06/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 01/31/2025 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (02/06/2025)
- 01/22/2025 Introduced, referred to House Environment and Natural Resources