CT SB00430

Redefines "emergency vehicle" to include ambulances, fire department vehicles responding to emergencies, police vehicles answering emergency calls or pursuing fleakers, and Department of Correction vehicles responding to emergencies (effective October 1, 2014)

Permits emergency vehicle operators to park without restrictions, proceed through red lights/stop signs after slowing or stopping safely, exceed speed limits without endangering life or property, and disregard traffic direction rules

Requires emergency vehicle operators to stop at least 10 feet from school buses displaying flashing red lights before proceeding, even when responding to emergencies

Limits traffic exemptions for emergency vehicles to those using audible warning signals (siren, whistle, or bell) and visible flashing or revolving lights meeting state requirements

Maintains that emergency vehicle operators must still drive with due regard for the safety of all persons and property despite their exemptions