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MO HB534

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/15/2015

Primary Sponsor

Bart Korman

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Origin

House of Representatives

2015 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Removes the requirement for drivers to come to a complete stop before making a right turn at a red traffic signal in Missouri
  • Replaces the full stop requirement with a mandate to slow to a speed "deemed safe when considering the number of vehicles at the intersection in motion"
  • Drivers must still yield the right-of-way to pedestrians and other traffic proceeding through the intersection as directed by the signal
  • State highways and transportation commission and local authorities retain the ability to prohibit right turns on red at specific intersections where safety conditions require, with posted signage
  • Amends Section 300.155, RSMo, introduced by Representative Korman during the 98th General Assembly First Regular Session

Legislative Description

Eliminates the requirement that an operator of a motor vehicle come to full and complete stop for the purposes of turning right at a red light

Last Action

Referred: Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness(H)

2/11/2015

Committee Referrals

Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness2/11/2015

Full Bill Text

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