ATA Ordered to Pay Rhode Island $200,000 in Truck Toll Legal Battle

Key Details The American Trucking Associations has been ordered to pay Rhode Island $200,000 following a multi-year legal dispute over truck-only tolling on the state's highways. The latest court ruling came March 27, 2026, when the ATA's attempt to recover attorney's fees was denied and the organization was instead ordered to pay the state. Why It Matters This decision marks the final chapter in a lengthy back-and-forth legal battle. In 2022, a judge initially ruled truck-only tolls unconstitutional, noting trucks made up 3% of traffic but paid 100% of tolls. However, that ruling was overturned in 2024, allowing Rhode Island to resume the tolls without daily caps on individual trucks. What's Next The $200,000 payment represents a significant loss for the trucking industry in this particular state. The court determined the ATA had not proven it was entitled to attorney fee reimbursement, effectively ending the association's legal recourse. Drivers operating in Rhode Island should expect truck-only tolls to remain in effect moving forward.