AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC UTILITIES AND CARRIERS -- RHODE ISLAND PUBLIC TRANSIT AUTHORITY

Summary

The measure amends the law that creates the Rhode Island Public Transit Authority, changing the board to nine members (including an ex‑officio DOT director) appointed by the governor with Senate approval. It requires the governor to consider nominations from a list of stakeholder groups, adding the Rhode Island Climate Community, and sets rules for terms, quorum, conflicts of interest, training, and removal. The bill would take effect July 1 2026.

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