Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 3013: AN ACT RELATING TO MOTOR AND OTHER VEHICLES -- INSPECTION OF MOTOR VEHICLES
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 3013 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on March 5, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO MOTOR AND OTHER VEHICLES -- INSPECTION OF MOTOR VEHICLES. Primary sponsor: Sam Zurier (Democratic), Ana Quezada (Democratic), Meghan Kallman (Democratic), Jake Bissaillon (Democratic), Mark McKenney (Democratic), Lou DiPalma (Democratic), David Tikoian (Democratic), Brian Thompson (Democratic), Melissa Murray (Democratic), Lammis Vargas (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 2, 2026): 04/02/2026 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.
Increases and reallocates the fees collected for motor vehicle inspections, including motorcycle inspections, with an allocation of ten dollars ($10.00) to the Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA).
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sam Zurier | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 3 |
| Ana Quezada | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 2 |
| Meghan Kallman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 15 |
| Jake Bissaillon | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 1 |
| Mark McKenney | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 30 |
| Lou DiPalma | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 12 |
| David Tikoian | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 22 |
| Brian Thompson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 20 |
| Melissa Murray | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 24 |
| Lammis Vargas | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 28 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 04/02/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 03/27/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/02/2026)
- 03/05/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Finance