The program, called RhodeWorks, has been mired in court battles since American Trucking Associations and two motor carriers in 2018 challenged the law鈥檚 constitutionality.
December 11, 2024Rhode Island toll News Updates
Dive into Transportation Topics latest updates on Rhode Island tolls. Stay informed on industry trends, market shifts, and key developments that impact trucking and logistics professionals. Our reporters are digging deep to find the most timely, relevant, and actionable information on RI truck tolls.
Appeals Court Hears Arguments on Rhode Island Tolling Plan
Attorneys for American Trucking Associations and the Rhode Island Department of Transportation sparred before a federal appeals court over the state鈥檚 trucks-only tolling plan.
September 13, 2023Trucking Groups Urge Rejection of Rhode Island Tolling Appeal
Trucking and business groups have filed amicus curiae briefs, asking聽a federal circuit court to reject an appeal seeking reinstatement of Rhode Island鈥檚 trucks-only tolling plan.
June 13, 2023Rhode Island DOT Seeks Appeal on Truck Tolling Case
The Rhode Island Department of Transportation is seeking an appeal of a federal court鈥檚 ruling that its trucks-only tolling program is unconstitutional.
February 14, 2023Federal Judge Strikes Down Rhode Island Truck Tolling Plan as Unconstitutional
A federal judge struck down as unconstitutional a truck tolling plan by the Rhode Island Department of Transportation that was challenged in a lawsuit by American Trucking Associations as specifically aimed at motor carriers traveling through the state.
September 21, 2022Court Denies RIDOT鈥檚 Motion for Judgment in Truck Tolling Case
The U.S. District Court of Rhode Island has denied the Rhode Island Department of Transportation鈥檚 motion for judgment on pleadings related to the state鈥檚 hotly contested trucks-only tolling system.
July 21, 2020Court Strikes Down RIDOT鈥檚 Petition for Rehearing in Truck Tolls Case
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the First Circuit has denied the Rhode Island Department of Transportation鈥檚 petition for a rehearing in the legal battle over trucks-only tolls.
March 5, 2020ATA Appeals Court鈥檚 Decision to Toss Rhode Island Truck-Toll Lawsuit
Trucking industry representatives are appealing a federal judge鈥檚 decision to toss their lawsuit against Rhode Island鈥檚 truck-only tolling program.
March 29, 2019Court Dismisses ATA鈥檚 Lawsuit Against Rhode Island Truck Tolls
A federal judge has dismissed the trucking industry鈥檚 lawsuit against Rhode Island for its trucks-only tolling system.
March 20, 2019Rhode Island to Construct 10 More Truck Toll Gantries
The Rhode Island Department of Transportation has received federal approval to advance construction on 10 more truck-tolling gantries.
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