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CT SB00867
Bill
Status
2/20/2019
Primary Sponsor
Transportation Committee
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AI Summary
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Defines "public service vehicle" as commercial motor vehicles equipped with garbage compactors, detachable containers, curbside recycling bodies, or tank vehicles.
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Requires drivers overtaking a stationary or slowly moving public service vehicle to immediately reduce speed to a reasonable level below the posted speed limit and pass on the left at a safe distance.
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Prohibits drivers from returning to the right side of the highway until safely clear of the public service vehicle.
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Classifies violations of these requirements as infractions.
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Takes effect October 1, 2019.
Legislative Description
An Act Concerning Slowing Down For Garbage Trucks, Recycling Trucks And Oil And Tank Vehicles.
Last Action
File Number 452
4/4/2019