H 3702
An Act relative to excavation restoration on public ways
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Bill overview
This bill addresses the restoration of public ways after excavation work is completed. It aims to establish requirements for contractors and municipalities to repair damage caused by digging and construction on streets, sidewalks, and other public areas. The goal is to ensure that public infrastructure is returned to its original condition following utility work or other excavations, minimizing disruption and improving the appearance of roadways.
Key provisions
- Requires contractors to restore public ways to their original condition after excavation.
- Establishes standards for restoration, including materials and methods.
- Specifies responsibilities for municipalities to oversee and ensure restoration is completed.
- Addresses the restoration of sidewalks, roadways, and other public infrastructure.
- May include provisions for penalties for non-compliance.
- Clarifies the scope of restoration work to be performed.
- Defines ‘excavation’ for the purposes of the bill.
- Requires documentation of restoration work.
Who is affected
- Construction contractors
- Municipalities
- Utility companies
- Residents
- Public works departments
Notable changes
- Introduces a formal process for restoring public ways after excavation.
- Adds specific requirements for restoration standards.
- Clarifies the roles and responsibilities of contractors and municipalities.
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Primary sponsor
Steven S. Howitt
Cosponsor
Steven S. Howitt
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Bill H.3702 194th (Current)
An Act relative to excavation restoration on public ways
By Representative Howitt of Seekonk, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3702) of Steven S. Howitt relative to excavation on public ways. Transportation.
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Bill Information
Presenter: Steven S. Howitt Status: Referred to House Committee on Bills in the Third Reading
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Bill History
Displaying 7 actions for Bill H.3702
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Transportation |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 10/24/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 11/04/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| 1/27/2026 | House | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling |
| 2/26/2026 | House | Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting |
| 2/26/2026 | House | Rules suspended |
| 2/26/2026 | House | Read second and ordered to a third reading |
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