Rhode Island · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
HB 5143: AN ACT RELATING TO MOTOR AND OTHER VEHICLES -- OPERATORS' AND CHAUFFEURS' LICENSES
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 5143 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on January 22, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO MOTOR AND OTHER VEHICLES -- OPERATORS' AND CHAUFFEURS' LICENSES. Primary sponsor: Earl Read (Democratic), Tom Noret (Democratic), Casimiro. Most recent recorded action (May 20, 2025): 05/20/2025 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.
Exempts foster care individuals from drivers education fee at community college of Rhode Island.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Earl Read | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 26 |
| Tom Noret | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 25 |
| Casimiro | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 05/20/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 05/16/2025 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/20/2025)
- 01/22/2025 Introduced, referred to House Finance