The bill amends Section 45-2-35.2 of the General Laws in Chapter 45-2, which pertains to the general powers of towns, specifically addressing the Town of Narragansett's authority to charge a landing fee. The legislation increases the landing fee from fifty cents ($0.50) to one dollar ($1.00) for each passenger over the age of twelve (12) arriving at the Port of Galilee by boat. The funds collected from this fee, after deducting any collection expenses, will be used to enhance the health, safety, and welfare of passengers, including emergency medical services and property acquisition to support ferry passengers.

Additionally, the bill allows the Town of Narragansett to enter into agreements with common carriers and marina operators to collect the landing fee on its behalf, with provisions for reasonable compensation and indemnification for the operators. The legislation also stipulates that the landing fee will be included in the rates charged to adult passengers without needing approval from the public utilities commission. Furthermore, it outlines the distribution of funds collected from previous rate relief authorized for the Interstate Navigation Company and establishes regulations regarding parking in Galilee. The act will take effect upon passage.

Statutes affected:
6347: 45-2-35.2