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MN SF2863
Bill
Status
Introduced
3/21/2014
Primary Sponsor
James Carlson
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AI Summary
- Changes bicycle riding position from "as close as practicable to the right-hand curb or edge" to "in the right-hand lane then available for traffic" on roadways
- Modifies exception for unsafe conditions to allow cyclists to leave the right-hand lane when "in the judgment of the cyclist" it is unsafe to continue in that lane
- Allows bicyclists to ride in the left-hand portion of a dedicated right-turn lane at intersections, regardless of whether they intend to turn right
- Permits operation of electric-assisted bicycles on roadway shoulders, bikeways, and bicycle trails unless otherwise prohibited by statute
- Effective date: July 1, 2014
Legislative Description
Bicycle riding rules modifications
Last Action
Referred to Transportation and Public Safety
3/21/2014
Committee Referrals
Transportation and Public Safety3/21/2014
Full Bill Text
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