This bill establishes a procedure for managing parking modifications near designated Coastal Resources Management Council (CRMC) rights of way in Rhode Island, emphasizing the importance of public access to shorelines. It creates a restricted receipt account known as the "Rhode Island shoreline access improvement fund" to support projects that enhance public access to the shoreline, funded by fines collected for violations related to parking restrictions.

Entities seeking to reduce or restrict parking near CRMC rights of way must submit a comprehensive parking plan that includes details on the specific parking areas affected, the reasons for the proposed changes, and an analysis of the potential impacts on shoreline access, particularly regarding compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The plan must demonstrate that it will not reduce access for individuals with disabilities and must include a public comment period of no less than thirty days to gather feedback from local residents, stakeholders, and advocacy groups.

The CRMC will collaborate with the Department of Environmental Management (DEM) to ensure that the proposed plan aligns with state and federal accessibility standards and does not conflict with DEM programs or projects. The CRMC and/or DEM may promulgate necessary rules and regulations to facilitate the implementation of this section within six months of collaboration.

Enforcement measures are outlined for entities that reduce or restrict parking without complying with the provisions of the bill, including cease-and-desist orders and fines not exceeding five thousand dollars per day for each day of non-compliance. Collected funds from these fines will be allocated to the Rhode Island shoreline access improvement fund to support projects enhancing public access to the shoreline. The bill will take effect upon passage.