Rhode Island Senate Bill Recommended for “Further Study”

May 9, 2019

A Rhode Island Bill that “requires that the owner of a vehicle be notified in writing that installation of an aftermarket glass will require re-calibration of safety related systems, for which cost the insurer is responsible” has been recommended for “further study.”

The bill, S 850, notes that “it shall not apply to the repair or replacement of motor vehicle glass performed by licensed motor vehicle glass repair shops for non-collision related damage pursuant to chapter 38.5 of title 5; provided, the owner of the vehicle is notified in writing that installation of an aftermarket glass will require re-calibration of safety related systems, for which cost the insurer is responsible; provided, further, that an OEM glass is installed if specifically requested by the vehicle owner.”

The bill was introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on May 1 and referred to the Senate Judiciary Committee. The committee met on May 7 and recommended that the “measure be held for further study.”

Click here for the full text of S 850.

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