Rhode Island · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
SB 947: AN ACT RELATING TO MOTOR AND OTHER VEHICLES -- ACCIDENTS AND ACCIDENT REPORTS
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 947 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on April 4, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO MOTOR AND OTHER VEHICLES -- ACCIDENTS AND ACCIDENT REPORTS. Primary sponsor: Melissa Murray (Democratic), Pete Appollonio (Democratic), Bob Britto (Democratic), John Burke (Democratic), Frank Ciccone (Democratic), Lou Raptakis (Democratic), Todd Patalano (Democratic), Matt LaMountain (Democratic), David Tikoian (Democratic), Sue Sosnowski (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 8, 2025): 05/08/2025 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.
Provides for a single, increased range of penalties for all driving offenses which result in serious bodily injury or death.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Melissa Murray | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 24 |
| Pete Appollonio | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 29 |
| Bob Britto | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 18 |
| John Burke | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 9 |
| Frank Ciccone | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 7 |
| Lou Raptakis | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 33 |
| Todd Patalano | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 26 |
| Matt LaMountain | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 31 |
| David Tikoian | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 22 |
| Sue Sosnowski | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 37 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 05/08/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 05/05/2025 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/08/2025)
- 04/04/2025 Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary