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MO SB556

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/26/2015

Primary Sponsor

David Pearce

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Origin

Senate

2015 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Expands the definition of "pedestrian" to include persons on foot, those using human-powered conveyances other than bicycles, users of electric personal assistive mobility devices, and individuals operating motorized wheelchairs or similar devices due to physical disability

  • Requires motor vehicle operators to maintain at least 4 feet of clearance when passing bicycles or pedestrians on or near roadways

  • Mandates that drivers change lanes when possible to safely pass bicycles and pedestrians, with due regard to safety and traffic conditions

  • Establishes that violations are an infraction, but elevated to a Class C misdemeanor if the violation is intentional or involves an accident

  • Updates the definition of "bicycle" to mean any pedal-propelled vehicle with two or more wheels operated by one or more persons, excluding devices intended for children six years of age or younger

Legislative Description

Modifies definitions and safety provisions for pedestrians and bicycles

Last Action

Second Read and Referred S Transportation, Infrastructure and Public Safety Committee

3/18/2015

Committee Referrals

Transportation, Infrastructure and Public Safety3/18/2015

Full Bill Text

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