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IA HF233
Bill
Status
2/6/2025
Primary Sponsor
Eric Gjerde
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AI Summary
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Amends Iowa Code section 321.311 to change the word "practical" to "practicable" for right turn requirements and adds new specifications for left turns, requiring drivers to stay as close as practicable to the center line when departing an intersection
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Requires drivers making left turns from a two-way street into a one-way street to depart as close as practicable to the left-hand curb or edge of the street being entered
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Requires drivers making left turns from a one-way street into a two-way street to approach as close as practicable to the left-hand curb and depart as close as practicable to the center line
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Creates new subsection 1A requiring drivers turning at intersections from laned highways (roads with three or more marked lanes) to another laned highway to maintain the same corresponding lane throughout the approach, entry, and departure of the turn
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Violations of these turning requirements are punishable by a scheduled fine of $135
Legislative Description
A bill for an act relating to the manner in which motor vehicles turn at intersections, and making penalties applicable.
Last Action
Subcommittee recommends passage.
2/25/2025