Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2615: AN ACT RELATING TO MOTOR AND OTHER VEHICLES -- PASSING, USE OF LANES, AND RULES OF THE ROAD
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 2615 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on February 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO MOTOR AND OTHER VEHICLES -- PASSING, USE OF LANES, AND RULES OF THE ROAD. Primary sponsor: Jake Bissaillon (Democratic), Jonathon Acosta (Democratic), Jessica de la Cruz (Republican), Pam Lauria (Democratic), Thomas Paolino (Republican). Most recent recorded action (April 9, 2026): 04/09/2026 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.
Makes a violation using the passing lane on limited access highways when not passing another vehicle.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 3 · Republican 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jake Bissaillon | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 1 |
| Jonathon Acosta | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 16 |
| Jessica de la Cruz | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 23 |
| Pam Lauria | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 32 |
| Thomas Paolino | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 17 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 04/09/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 04/03/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/09/2026)
- 02/13/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary