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MS HB656

Bill

Status

Failed

2/5/2013

Primary Sponsor

Earle Banks

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Origin

House of Representatives

2013 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires drivers to treat intersections as stop signs when traffic-control devices that normally provide signals are not functioning or providing a signal.

  • Drivers must stop before entering the nearest crosswalk or at a marked limit line when a traffic-control device is not providing a signal.

  • Right of way at non-functioning traffic-control devices is governed by the same rules that apply after stopping at a stop sign.

  • Effective date: July 1, 2013.

Legislative Description

Traffic control device; provide that when there is no signal, driver of vehicle shall proceed as at a stop sign.

Last Action

Died In Committee

2/5/2013

Committee Referrals

Transportation1/21/2013

Full Bill Text

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