Rhode Island 2026 Regular Session

Rhode Island Senate Bill S2942

Introduced
3/4/26  

Caption

Establishes the Super Speeder Accountability Act to be used as a sentencing option or enhancement for drivers charged with certain driving violations.

Impact

If enacted, S2942 would amend Title 31 of the General Laws concerning motor and other vehicles. The act would establish specific conditions for license reinstatement for individuals convicted of moving violations related to excessive speeding, racing, or reckless driving. Reinstatement would only occur upon the mandatory installation and use of an ISA device. This requirement may help reduce recidivism rates among high-risk drivers while proactively promoting safer driving habits through technology.

Summary

Bill S2942, known as the Super Speeder Accountability Act, aims to enhance road safety by addressing the issue of excessive speeding, which is recognized as a significant contributor to traffic fatalities and injuries. The bill seeks to implement solutions that not only penalize offenders but also promote behavioral changes among drivers through the use of Intelligent Speed Assistance (ISA) devices. These devices limit vehicle speed to posted speed limits and are designed to prevent repeat speeding offenses, thereby improving compliance and safety on roads.

Contention

There may be several points of contention regarding the bill, including concerns about the financial burden on offenders, as they would be responsible for the costs associated with the installation and maintenance of the ISA device. Additionally, questions could arise over the accountability for ISA device failures and the implications for privacy regarding data collected by these devices. Stakeholders may debate the balance between enhancing public safety and ensuring fair treatment of offenders, particularly in terms of access to driving privileges.

Final_points

Overall, S2942 represents a formal legislative effort to tackle the problem of excessive speeding through innovative technology and structured penalties. The success of the act could potentially reflect positively on public safety statistics if it leads to decreased accidents and fatalities caused by speed-related incidents.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

RI S0556

Adds five (5) driving violations to the statute that defines aggressive driving.

RI H5899

Adds five (5) driving violations to the statute that defines aggressive driving.

RI S0571

Amends the section of law relative to violations for driving after denial, revocation or suspension of a license and expands the list of offenses for which an unlicensed motorist would be in violation.

RI H5897

Amends the section of law relative to violations for driving after denial, revocation or suspension of a license and expands the list of offenses for which an unlicensed motorist would be in violation.

RI S0804

Extends the repayment period for toll violations, and requires the RI transit and bridge authority to notify frequent violators by certified mail that their driver's license may be in jeopardy for failure to pay toll violations.

RI S0326

Establishes the Rhode Island Climate Superfund Act cost recovery program.

RI H5424

Establishes the Rhode Island Climate Superfund Act cost recovery program.

RI H5901

Provides additional exception to prohibition on usage of wireless communication device while driving and clarifies that use for purpose of navigation must be while the device is mounted or otherwise affixed to vehicle and not held in the motorist's hand.

RI S0576

Provides additional exception to prohibition on usage of wireless communication device while driving and clarifies that use for purpose of navigation must be while the device is mounted or otherwise affixed to vehicle and not held in the motorist's hand.

RI S0732

Permits retired superior court magistrates to be assigned to perform service pursuant to ยงยง 8-2-11.1, 8-2-39, 8-2-39.1 or 8-2-39.2 and be reemployed by the superior court without any forfeiture or reduction of any retirement benefits.

Similar Bills

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