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AZ SB1138

Bill

Status

Engrossed

2/22/2010

Primary Sponsor

John Nelson

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Origin

Senate

Forty-ninth Legislature - Second Regular Session (2010)

AI Summary

  • Amends Arizona Revised Statutes section 28-775 to clarify requirements for drivers approaching stationary emergency vehicles displaying alternately flashing red or red and blue lights or warning lights.

  • On highways with at least four lanes (two lanes in each direction), drivers must yield the right-of-way by changing lanes away from the stationary emergency vehicle if safely possible.

  • If lane changing is impossible or unsafe, drivers must proceed with caution and reduce speed to a safe speed for road conditions.

  • Authorizes defensive driving schools and the Department of Motor Vehicles to include educational information about these requirements in driver education materials and examinations.

  • Maintains that emergency vehicle operators must still drive with due regard for the safety of all highway users.

Legislative Description

Approaching stationary vehicles; yield right-of-way

Last Action

Referred to House TI Committee

3/9/2010

Full Bill Text

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