Authorizes the division of motor vehicles to issue special license plates in recognition and support of the Lime Rock Foundation, Inc.

Plain-English Summary

This bill would allow Rhode Island's Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) to create and issue a special commemorative license plate in recognition and support of the Lime Rock Foundation, Inc. Like other specialty plates already available in Rhode Island, drivers would be able to choose this plate for their vehicles, typically for an additional fee beyond the standard registration cost.

The bill affects Rhode Island vehicle owners who want to show their support for the Lime Rock Foundation by displaying a dedicated plate on their car. It also benefits the Lime Rock Foundation itself, as specialty plate programs often direct a portion of the fees collected to the associated organization. The Lime Rock Foundation is a nonprofit organization, though the bill does not specify the exact details of how any funds would be distributed.

At this stage, the bill has been introduced in the Rhode Island House of Representatives and referred to the House Special Legislation Committee, which handles bills of this type. The committee has recommended the bill be held for further study, meaning it has not yet moved forward in the legislative process. A hearing was scheduled for March 2026, so lawmakers may still consider it further before deciding whether to pass it into law.