PRESIDENTS MESSAGE
4/21/2025
Good weather is on the way for our riding season to be enjoyed by all. I look forward to seeing everyone at the different events that kick off
our season. RIMA Annual Memorial Day Run to The Veterans Cemetery will be on Monday 5/26/2025 starting at Motel 6 Jefferson Blvd.
Warwick RI. Kick stands up promptly at 12.00 noon. Join us in Honoring our Veterans for their sacrifices for us all.
Rima had a Bill introduced by Rep. David Bennett. The Bill is for Lane Filtering to allow the motorcycle to slowly move between cars for safety.
The Bill had 10 sponsors and a lot of positive feedback from committee when I testified for the bill. Held for further study along with all other bills for now.
The Lane Filtering Bill was also introduced to the Senate. I testified for the Bill and the bill was held in the Senate for further study.
Without RIMA there would not be a unified voice for motorcycle riders at the State House. Thank you to all of our members past and present for your support. Together we make a difference for safety, education and legislation in R.I. We look forward to another 50 years of success. Our success depends on you JOIN RIMA TODAY help us help you.
Our next RIMA meeting will be on 05/20/25 @ 7pm.
9 Lincoln Ave. Coventry RI..
Ride safe Ride Free.
Paul Bond
President/ RIMA

Legislative Update # 17; Week 17.
May 5th, 2025.
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The next Assembly Session will begin on Tues at 4 pm. The House and Senate will be meeting on Tues, Wed, and Thursday of this week.

We will monitor proceedings closely and update as needed.
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This past week in review:
HOUSE --
Introduced: (22) Bills.
RIMA reviewed.
NO "New" Interest --

Status Changes: to Bills that RIMA has been monitoring/responded to = NONE.
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This past week in review:
SENATE --
Introduced: (35) Bills.
RIMA reviewed.
"NEW" = S #1013; Introd. 5/2; Jdcry.
"Automated License Plate Readers"
Sponsor: Britto

Status Changes: to Bills that RIMA has been monitoring/responded to:
S #0041; "Trade In Tax"; Hearing 5/1-
HELD. (Separate from Budget Law)
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If questions about a Bill -- the Process, Bill Text, Response Procedures, etc., just contact me at:

Cam Bigelow
RIMA Secretary
(401) 742 2560 (text = ok)
rijcbigscape@gmail.com
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L&R,
Cam B.

My wife Anita and I just wanted to say THANK YOU! to all of the RIMA Board Members and RIMA Members in attendance at last night's Meeting.

Your kindness and generosity are most deeply appreciated!
Sincerely,
Cam + Anita Bigelow