Allows for a special RI license plate to raise awareness for colon cancer. The plate would be designed by the partnership to reduce cancer in RI and honoring the late Maryellen Goodwin.

Plain-English Summary

This bill would create a special Rhode Island license plate dedicated to raising awareness about colon cancer. The plate's design would be created by the Partnership to Reduce Cancer in Rhode Island, an organization focused on cancer prevention and education in the state. The plate is also intended to honor the memory of the late Maryellen Goodwin, a prominent Rhode Island figure who passed away from colon cancer.

Rhode Island drivers who want to show their support for colon cancer awareness would be able to purchase this specialty plate for their vehicles. Like other special cause license plates in Rhode Island, drivers would typically pay an additional fee beyond standard registration costs to obtain one. These types of plates serve a dual purpose: they spread public awareness about an important health issue and can generate funds that support related charitable or educational efforts.

Currently, the bill has been introduced in the Rhode Island Senate and referred to the Senate Special Legislation and Veterans Affairs Committee, which has recommended holding it for further study. This means the bill is still in its early stages and has not yet been passed into law. No action is required from Rhode Island residents at this time, but those interested in colon cancer awareness or the bill's progress may want to follow its future hearings and committee decisions.