AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC UTILITIES AND CARRIERS -- RHODE ISLAND UTILITY FAIR SHARE ROADWAY REPAIR ACT

Summary

The bill adds a new requirement that any public utility closing a portion of a state or municipal highway must notify all residential and business owners within 1,000 feet at least 48 hours in advance. It applies only to road closures needed for utility‑related roadway repairs. The notice provision aims to give affected property owners time to prepare for the disruption.

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