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IA HSB686

SB

Official Source

Status

Introduced

2/5/2026

Primary Sponsor

Transportation

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Origin

House of Representatives

91st General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Extends operating privileges for authorized emergency vehicles to include peace officers riding police bicycles while in the line of duty
  • Allows emergency vehicle drivers and police bicycle officers to proceed past red lights or stop signs after slowing to a speed deemed necessary for safe operation
  • Permits exceeding maximum speed limits as long as the driver does not recklessly endanger life or property
  • Removes the requirement for audible or visual warning devices when peace officers pursue suspected speed violators or when circumstances suggest a suspect may destroy evidence, evade apprehension, or endanger others
  • Allows emergency vehicles transporting patients to hospitals to exceed speed limits without warning devices if a certified emergency medical care provider believes the patient's condition warrants rapid transport

Legislative Description

A bill for an act relating to the operating privileges of drivers of authorized emergency vehicles and police officers riding police bicycles.(See HF 2655.)

Last Action

Committee report approving bill, renumbered as HF 2655.

2/20/2026

Committee Referrals

Transportation2/5/2026

Full Bill Text

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