H8148Introduced in the House
Directs the RITBA design a safety barrier or netting system on the several bridges within its authority. Any newly constructed bridges with a deck height of over one hundred feet (100 ft) would be required to have safety barriers of safety netting.
Introduced by Joseph Solomon, District 22
What does this bill do?
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Official description
HIGHWAYS -- RHODE ISLAND TURNPIKE AND BRIDGE AUTHORITY - Directs the RITBA design a safety barrier or netting system on the several bridges within its authority. Any newly constructed bridges with a deck height of over one hundred feet (100 ft) would be required to have safety barriers of safety netting.
Where it stands
Committee recommended measure be held for further study
May 12, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
No recorded vote is available for this bill yet.
Bill history
Introduced, referred to House Finance
Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/12/2026)
Committee recommended measure be held for further study
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