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HB 8312·RI·house

AN ACT RELATING TO MOTOR AND OTHER VEHICLES -- NONTRANSPARENT WINDSHIELDS AND WINDOWS

IntroducedFiled Mar 18, 2026
Sponsor: Phillips
Latest Action

04/07/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study

Apr 7, 2026

Summary

The bill bans any tint on the front windshield of Rhode Island‑registered vehicles except for a 6‑inch top strip and several specific exemptions. Violators face a $250 fine for the first two offenses and a fine plus up to a one‑year registration suspension for later offenses. It aims to improve driver visibility while allowing certain medical, law‑enforcement, and safety‑standard exceptions.

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