Rhode Island · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
HB 5317: AN ACT RELATING TO HIGHWAYS -- RELOCATION OF UTILITY SERVICES
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 5317 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 5, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO HIGHWAYS -- RELOCATION OF UTILITY SERVICES. Primary sponsor: Anthony DeSimone (Democratic), Megan Cotter (Democratic), Brandon Potter (Democratic), David Morales (Democratic), Jay Edwards (Democratic), Terri Cortvriend (Democratic), Michelle McGaw (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 21, 2025): 05/21/2025 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.
Utility relocation costs related to highway construction to be partially or fully paid for by the state.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 7
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anthony DeSimone | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 5 |
| Megan Cotter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 39 |
| Brandon Potter | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 16 |
| David Morales | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 7 |
| Jay Edwards | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 70 |
| Terri Cortvriend | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 72 |
| 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
- 05/21/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 05/16/2025 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/21/2025)
- 02/05/2025 Introduced, referred to House Finance