SB80 Summary

• Amends Section 32-5A-58.2 of the Code of Alabama 1975 to include utility service vehicles in the Alabama Move Over Act, requiring drivers to move over or slow down when approaching them on the roadside.

• Applies to utility service vehicles operated by or on behalf of entities providing utility services that are displaying rotating lights, flashing lights, or other visual signals while parked on the roadside performing utility-related tasks.

• On multi-lane highways, drivers must vacate the lane closest to the utility vehicle or slow to at least 15 mph below the posted speed limit if unsafe to move over.

• On two-lane roads, drivers must move as far away as possible within their lane and slow to 15 mph below the posted speed limit (or 10 mph if posted limit is 20 mph or less).

• Violations are misdemeanors punishable by $25 for first offense, $50 for second offense, and $100 for third or subsequent offenses; Department of Public Safety must conduct educational awareness campaign and include information in newly printed driver's license materials.