Rhode Island · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
SB 1071: AN ACT RELATING TO MOTOR AND OTHER VEHICLES -- NONTRANSPARENT WINDSHIELD AND WINDOWS
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 1071 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on May 13, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO MOTOR AND OTHER VEHICLES -- NONTRANSPARENT WINDSHIELD AND WINDOWS. Primary sponsor: Lou Raptakis (Democratic), Brian Thompson (Democratic), Todd Patalano (Democratic), Pete Appollonio (Democratic), John Burke (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 27, 2025): 05/27/2025 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.
Provides penalties for second and subsequent violations of installing and possessing a vehicle with sun screening materials in violation of this section.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 5
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lou Raptakis | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 33 |
| Brian Thompson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 20 |
| Todd Patalano | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 26 |
| Pete Appollonio | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 29 |
| John Burke | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 9 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 05/27/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 05/23/2025 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/27/2025)
- 05/13/2025 Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary