The bill amends Sections 32-1-16 and 32-1-17 of the General Laws in Chapter 32-1, focusing on enhancing access to recreational facilities for Rhode Island residents, particularly those with disabilities. It establishes a preference for residents, including individuals with disabilities, in the use of campsites and recreational facilities over nonresidents. This preference is operationalized by allowing Rhode Island residents a two-hour window to secure reservations through the online registration system before nonresidents can make their reservations.

Additionally, the bill stipulates that no fees will be charged to individuals with disabilities or to vehicles transporting non-drivers with disabilities at state-owned recreational facilities, provided they present proper identification. It defines "fees" to include various charges for recreational activities but excludes certain fees like licensing and camping fees. Notably, it provides a fifty percent reduction in these fees for veterans rated as one hundred percent disabled due to service-connected disabilities. The act will take effect upon passage.