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HI HB1706

Bill

Official Source

Status

Passed

6/23/2014

Primary Sponsor

Ryan Yamane

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Origin

House of Representatives

2014 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Sets a fixed fine of $200 for parking a vehicle on a bicycle lane or bicycle path, replacing the previous maximum fine of $500.

  • Establishes a non-discretionary penalty to deter motorists from obstructing bicycle lanes and paths, which pose safety hazards to bicyclists and neighborhoods.

  • Directs all fines collected under this violation to be deposited into the state highway fund.

  • Takes effect on July 1, 2014, and does not apply to violations or proceedings that occurred before the effective date.

Legislative Description

Parking a Vehicle on a Bicycle Lane or Pathway; Fine

Last Action

Act 120, 6/20/2014 (Gov. Msg. No. 1221).

6/23/2014

Committee Referrals

Transportation4/14/2014
Ways and Means3/20/2014
Transportation and International Affairs2/27/2014
Judiciary2/3/2014
Transportation1/21/2014

Full Bill Text

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