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DE SB168
Bill
Status
Engrossed
6/29/2009
Primary Sponsor
Teresa Schooley
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AI Summary
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Amends Section 4116 of Title 21 of the Delaware Code to include bicycles in the overtaking and passing vehicle provisions.
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Establishes a required minimum three-foot passing distance between motor vehicles and bicycles when overtaking.
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Requires drivers to reduce speed to at least 10 miles per hour below the posted speed limit if a three-foot passing distance is not achievable.
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Based on similar legislation in Rhode Island and supported by the Delaware Bicycle Council.
Legislative Description
An Act To Amend Title 21 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Bicycle And Motor Vehicle Safety.
Last Action
Introduced and Assigned to Public Safety & Homeland Security Committee in House
6/30/2009
Committee Referrals
Public Safety & Homeland Security6/30/2009
Full Bill Text
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