The bill amends Section 31-28-7 of the General Laws regarding parking facilities and privileges for individuals with disabilities. It introduces new provisions for the issuance of disability parking placards and stickers, including a preliminary placard for temporary disabilities, which can be issued by a licensed physician. The bill mandates that all new or replacement signage for disability parking spaces include the term "Accessible Parking" instead of "Handicapped Parking," "Disability Parking," or "Disabled Parking," effective January 1, 2026.

Additionally, the bill establishes penalties for misuse of disability parking privileges and outlines the process for appealing denied applications for placards. It also adds a new section, 31-28-7.4, which allows municipalities to participate in a parking mobility app program. This program enables individuals to submit photos of vehicles illegally parked in spaces designated for individuals with disabilities through the app, with municipalities authorized to fine the owners of the vehicles in accordance with Section 31-28-7. The act is set to take effect upon passage.

Statutes affected:
5883: 31-28-7
5883  SUB A: 31-28-7