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MS SB2086

Bill

Status

Failed

1/31/2017

Primary Sponsor

J.P. Wilemon

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Origin

Senate

2017 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends Mississippi Code Section 63-7-11 to require vehicles operated on public roads, streets, or highways to operate front and rear lamps during sunset to sunrise and whenever precipitation or other conditions necessitate windshield wiper use.

  • Establishes two specific times when headlights must be used: during the period from sunset to sunrise, and whenever windshield wipers are needed due to precipitation or other conditions.

  • Applies to all vehicle classes with requirements specified in Section 63-7-13, with exemptions for parked vehicles as provided in the chapter.

  • Takes effect July 1, 2017.

Legislative Description

Headlights; require use of when windshield wipers necessary.

Last Action

Died In Committee

1/31/2017

Committee Referrals

Highways and Transportation1/6/2017

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