Rhode Island General Laws Title 39. Public Utilities and Carriers § 39-12-1. Declaration of policy

(1) Promote adequate, economical, and efficient service by motor carriers and reasonable charges therefor without unjust discriminations, undue preferences, or advantages or unfair or destructive competitive practices;

(2) Improve the relations between, and coordinate transportation by and the regulations of motor carriers and other carriers;

(3) Develop and preserve a highway transportation system properly adapted to the needs of the commerce of the state; and

(4) Promote safety upon its publicly used highways in the interest of its citizens.