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IL HB6118
Bill
Status
2/11/2016
Primary Sponsor
Timothy Butler
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AI Summary
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Amends Section 11-907 of the Illinois Vehicle Code to allow tow trucks to use red, blue, and white oscillating lights while engaged in official duties.
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Expands the definition of authorized light combinations for emergency vehicles from "red and blue" to include "red, blue, and white" lights.
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Applies existing traffic laws regarding yielding to stationary authorized emergency vehicles displaying flashing lights to tow trucks equipped with the new light combinations.
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Maintains existing penalties for violations, including fines of $100-$10,000 and mandatory license suspension periods (90 days to 2 years depending on severity of incident).
Legislative Description
VEH CD-TOW TRUCK LIGHTS
Last Action
Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
4/8/2016