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HB 7989·RI·house

AN ACT RELATING TO MOTOR AND OTHER VEHICLES -- REGISTRATION OF VEHICLES

Signed into LawFiled Feb 27, 2026
Sponsor: Jackie Baginski (D)
Latest Action

06/26/2026 Effective without Governor's signature

Jun 26, 2026

Summary

The bill changes Rhode Island vehicle registration rules so that any vehicle sold without a built‑in front plate mounting point does not have to display a front plate. Owners must keep a second plate inside the vehicle and show it to an officer if asked, while still displaying the rear plate. This eases compliance for manufacturers and owners of such vehicles.

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