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MI SB0576
Bill
AI Summary
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Amends Michigan Vehicle Code Section 682 to extend school bus stopping requirements to public transit buses operated by specified public agencies and nonprofits that transport pupils to or from school.
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Requires drivers to stop at least 20 feet from a stopped public transit bus displaying two alternately flashing red lights and remain stopped until the bus resumes motion or signals are deactivated.
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Allows drivers to proceed past a stopped public transit bus at no more than 10 miles per hour at intersections controlled by traffic officers or signals, with due caution for passenger safety.
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Classifies violations as civil infractions and authorizes courts to impose community service of up to 100 hours at a school in addition to civil fines and costs.
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Defines "public transit bus" as buses transporting pupils operated by county/city/township authorities, metropolitan transportation authorities, public transportation authorities, or nonprofit corporations providing transportation services.
Legislative Description
Transportation; other; drivers of vehicles approaching certain public transit buses; require to stop if red lights are flashing. Amends sec. 682 of 1949 PA 300 (MCL 257.682).
Vehicles, equipment
Last Action
Referred To Committee On Transportation
8/24/2011