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MI HB5861
Bill
Status
9/13/2016
Primary Sponsor
Holly Hughes
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AI Summary
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Amends Michigan Vehicle Code section 653b to revise requirements for drivers approaching stationary solid waste collection vehicles displaying flashing, rotating, or oscillating amber lights.
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On roadways with at least 2 adjacent lanes in the same direction, drivers must move into a lane at least 1 moving lane or 2 vehicle widths apart from the stationary solid waste collection vehicle, unless impossible due to weather, road conditions, or traffic.
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On roadways with fewer than 2 adjacent lanes in the same direction, or when lane changes are impossible, drivers must reduce to a safe speed and proceed with due care and caution.
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Expands the law's scope to include utility service vehicles operated by utility providers (electric, gas, water, sewage, telephone, cable/video services) in addition to solid waste collection and road maintenance vehicles.
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Takes effect 90 days after enactment.
Legislative Description
Traffic control; traffic regulation; moving over or slowing down when passing solid waste collection vehicle; require. Amends sec. 653b of 1949 PA 300 (MCL 257.653b).
Traffic control: traffic regulation
Last Action
Bill Electronically Reproduced 09/13/2016
9/14/2016