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MS HB889

Bill

Status

Failed

1/31/2017

Primary Sponsor

Credell Calhoun

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Origin

House of Representatives

2017 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends Section 63-3-505 of the Mississippi Code to modify speed reduction requirements for trucks, truck-trailer combinations, and passenger buses during inclement weather
  • Removes the condition "when visibility is bad" from the existing law, making the 45 miles per hour speed reduction requirement apply during all inclement weather conditions, not just when visibility is poor
  • Takes effect July 1, 2017

Legislative Description

Trucks; remove the requirement that visibility must be bad from the requirement to reduce speed during inclement weather.

Last Action

Died In Committee

1/31/2017

Committee Referrals

Transportation1/16/2017

Full Bill Text

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