Rhode Island · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
SB 46: AN ACT RELATING TO MOTOR AND OTHER VEHICLES -- MOTOR FUEL TAX
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 46 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on January 23, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO MOTOR AND OTHER VEHICLES -- MOTOR FUEL TAX. Primary sponsor: Victoria Gu (Democratic), Linda Ujifusa (Democratic), Jonathon Acosta (Democratic), Meghan Kallman (Democratic), Sam Zurier (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 8, 2025): 04/08/2025 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.
Extends allocation of motor fuel tax to the Intermodal Surface Transportation Fund through 2025. Changes the allocation to 30% total proceeds, including 30% from the one cent per gallon environmental protection fee through 2026 and thereafter.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 5
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Victoria Gu | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 38 |
| Linda Ujifusa | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 11 |
| Jonathon Acosta | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 16 |
| Meghan Kallman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 15 |
| Sam Zurier | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 3 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 04/08/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 04/04/2025 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/08/2025)
- 03/31/2025 Meeting postponed (04/01/2025)
- 03/28/2025 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration
- 01/23/2025 Introduced, referred to Senate Finance