The bill amends Section 31-41.3-3 of the General Laws in Chapter 31-41.3, known as the "Automated School-Zone-Speed-Enforcement System Act of 2016." The key change involves extending the definition of a "school zone" and the operational range of automated school-zone-speed-enforcement systems from a radius of one-quarter (¼) mile to three-quarters (3/4) of a mile from any type of school in Rhode Island. This change is reflected in the legal language where the terms "one-quarter (¼)" are deleted and replaced with "three-quarters (3/4)" in multiple instances throughout the section.

The bill aims to enhance the effectiveness of speed enforcement around schools by increasing the area monitored for speeding violations. The act will take effect immediately upon passage, allowing for a quicker implementation of the extended enforcement range to promote safety in school zones.