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MI SB0170
Bill
Status
5/23/2018
Primary Sponsor
Margaret O'Brien
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AI Summary
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Allows drivers to overtake and pass vehicles on the right when the vehicle is making a left turn, on multi-lane roads with sufficient width, or on one-way streets with adequate space for multiple lanes of traffic.
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Requires drivers passing on the right to do so only under safe conditions and prohibits passing by driving off the pavement or main-traveled portion of the roadway.
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Establishes a minimum 3-foot passing distance requirement when a motor vehicle overtakes a bicycle, or a safe passing distance if greater than 3 feet.
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Classifies violations of this section as civil infractions.
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Takes effect 90 days after enactment.
Legislative Description
Traffic control; traffic regulation; requirement for operator of a motor vehicle to maintain a 5-foot distance when passing a bicyclist on the right; establish. Amends sec. 637 of 1949 PA 300 (MCL 257.637).
Traffic control: traffic regulation
Last Action
Referred To Committee On Transportation And Infrastructure
5/23/2018