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 landing fee for the town of Narragansett. The legislation increases the landing fee charged to passengers over the age of twelve arriving at the Port of Galilee from fifty cents ($0.50) to one dollar ($1.00). This fee will be collected from passengers arriving by public or private boat, with the exception of vessels engaged in commercial fishing.

The bill allows common carriers and marina operators to collect the landing fee on behalf of the town and to include the fee in their rates without needing approval from the public utilities commission. It also stipulates that the town council will create rules and regulations for implementing these provisions.

Additionally, the bill addresses the financial arrangements related to funds collected by the Interstate Navigation Company, ensuring that a portion of these funds is allocated to the town of Narragansett while allowing for investments in equipment and facilities that serve the rate payers. The act will take effect upon passage.

Statutes affected:
1110: 45-2-35.2