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ID S1340
Bill
Status
3/9/2026
Primary Sponsor
State Affairs Committee
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AI Summary
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Vehicles on multilane highways must stay in the right-hand lane except when directed otherwise, preparing for a left turn, overtaking another vehicle, or when right-hand lanes are congested
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Drivers in the left lane cannot impede vehicles traveling behind them in the same lane, and cannot travel slower than vehicles to their right
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Vehicles traveling below normal traffic speed must use the right-hand lane or stay as close as practicable to the right curb/edge
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Violations carry a $75.00 fine for improper left-lane use on multilane highways and for impeding traffic flow in the left lane of controlled-access highways
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Idaho Transportation Department must place signs on multilane highways to inform motorists of these requirements; law takes effect July 1, 2026
Legislative Description
Amends existing law to require drivers to drive in the right-hand lane on multilane highways unless passing and to provide penalties for driving in the left-hand lane of a controlled access highway and impeding the flow of traffic.
RULES OF THE ROAD
Last Action
U.C. to hold place on third reading calendar one legislative day
3/16/2026