CA SB998

Prohibits operating a motor vehicle on highway portions designated exclusively for public transit buses, except when directed by a peace officer or traffic control device

Allows drivers to enter transit bus lanes only to make turns or enter/exit highways, provided no signs prohibit such crossings and the lane is not physically separated by curbs, fences, or barriers

Requires public transit agencies to place and maintain signs and traffic control devices indicating exclusive bus lane designations and operating hours

Adds parking prohibition in Section 22500 for vehicles stopped, parked, or left standing in portions of highways designated for exclusive public transit bus use

Specifies no state reimbursement is required to local agencies because the bill creates new crimes or infractions under existing Government Code provisions