The bill amends Section 31-15-9 of the General Laws concerning one-way highways. It allows the state traffic commission to designate highways for one-way traffic and mandates the erection of appropriate signage. The amendment introduces new legal language that specifies that violations of this section will incur fines as outlined in § 31-41.1-4. Additionally, it establishes that if a motorist violates the one-way traffic rule on an interstate highway or its entrance or exit ramps, they will face a fine of up to $500 and a potential license suspension of up to six months.

The bill deletes the previous language that simply stated violations were subject to fines as per § 31-41.1-4, replacing it with more stringent penalties for specific violations on interstate highways. This change aims to enhance road safety by imposing harsher consequences for motorists who disregard one-way traffic regulations in high-traffic areas. The act is set to take effect immediately upon passage.