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FL H0033
Bill
Status
3/9/2012
Primary Sponsor
Larry Ahern
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AI Summary
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Requires traffic control signal yellow light duration to be calculated based on posted speed limit plus 10 percent, following Institute of Transportation Engineers standards, with minimum 3 seconds for streets with 25 mph or lower speed limits and maximum 6 seconds.
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Mandates an all-red clearance interval after yellow lights to delay opposing red light changes and prevent conflicting traffic movements, with duration determined by Department of Transportation engineering practices.
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Requires warning signs on approaches to intersections with posted speed limits exceeding 55 mph to alert drivers to traffic control signals.
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Makes citations for running red lights unenforceable and subject to dismissal if the traffic signal device does not meet all requirements in the bill.
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Sets December 31, 2012 deadline for intersections with traffic infraction detectors to comply and December 31, 2014 deadline for all other intersections, with one-third of total intersections required to achieve compliance each year.
Legislative Description
Traffic Control Signals
Last Action
Died in Appropriations Committee
3/9/2012