HI HB32

Defines when a pedestrian is considered "lawfully within an intersection or adjacent crosswalk" as when any part of the pedestrian's body, wheelchair, cane, crutch, or bicycle extends beyond the curb or traversable roadway edges.

Clarifies that drivers must yield to pedestrians who are lawfully within an intersection or crosswalk, including those making turns on green signals.

Updates pedestrian-control signal rules to include countdown timers and specifies that pedestrians cannot start crossing when a countdown timer begins operating, though those already crossing may complete their crossing.

Amends vehicle yielding requirements to define when a pedestrian is "crossing the roadway within a crosswalk" as when any part of the pedestrian extends beyond the curb with intent to proceed.

Takes effect upon approval and does not affect rights, duties, or proceedings that existed before the effective date.