CT HB05255

Revises parking regulations, including rules for vehicles near fire hydrants, intersections, and marked crosswalks, with modifications for curb extensions and bikeways, effective October 1, 2022.

Establishes speed limits of 65 mph on suitable multiple-lane limited access highways and allows Commissioner of Transportation to adjust limits during weather events or emergencies, effective October 1, 2022.

Creates new platoon operations allowance for commercial motor vehicles and buses to travel at closer following distances with electronic coordination, subject to Commissioner approval and specific licensing requirements, effective July 1, 2022.

Permits nonprofit blood transport vehicles to use high occupancy vehicle lanes regardless of passenger count when transporting blood and blood products between collection points and hospitals, effective October 1, 2022.

Establishes a two-year microtransit pilot program for underserved rural areas and modifies transit district funding formulas, with changes to rural area distribution commencing fiscal year 2025.