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MS HB21

Bill

Status

Failed

1/31/2017

Primary Sponsor

Gregory Holloway

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Origin

House of Representatives

2017 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires vehicle headlights to be operated whenever windshield wipers are needed due to precipitation or other conditions.

  • Prohibits drivers from using only parking lights or auxiliary driving lamps during times when full headlights are required by law.

  • Expands headlight requirement times to include: sunset to sunrise, whenever wipers are necessary, and any other low-light conditions where a person cannot be clearly seen 500 feet ahead.

  • Establishes violation as a misdemeanor punishable by a fine of not more than $25.00.

  • Takes effect July 1, 2017.

Legislative Description

Headlights; require to be used whenever windshield wipers necessitated.

Last Action

Died In Committee

1/31/2017

Committee Referrals

Transportation1/3/2017

Full Bill Text

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