S3098Introduced in the Senate
Gives the Rhode Island traffic tribunal jurisdiction to hear first offense refusals to submit to a chemical test pursuant to the Alcohol Boating Safety Act.
Introduced by Matthew LaMountain, District 31
What does this bill do?
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Official description
WATERS AND NAVIGATION -- ALCOHOL BOATING SAFETY ACT - Gives the Rhode Island traffic tribunal jurisdiction to hear first offense refusals to submit to a chemical test pursuant to the Alcohol Boating Safety Act.
Where it stands
Referred to House Judiciary
May 29, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
SenateStage: Passage · May 28, 2026
36
Yes
0
No
2
Absent or Not Voting
38 senators recorded in this Senate vote. Colors show vote categories only, not whether a vote was good or bad.
See how each senator voted
| Senator | District | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Jacob Bissaillon | 1 | Yes |
| Ana Quezada | 2 | Yes |
| Samuel Zurier | 3 | Yes |
| Stefano Famiglietti | 4 | Yes |
| Samuel Bell | 5 | Yes |
| Tiara Mack | 6 | Yes |
| Frank Ciccone | 7 | Yes |
| Lori Urso | 8 | Yes |
| John Burke | 9 | Yes |
| Walter Felag | 10 | Yes |
Bill history
Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary
Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/26/2026)
Committee recommended measure be held for further study
Scheduled for consideration (05/21/2026)
Committee recommends passage
Placed on Senate Calendar (05/28/2026)
Senate read and passed
Referred to House Judiciary
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