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MS SB2236
Bill
AI Summary
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Grants funeral processions right-of-way at intersections when vehicle headlights are on, allowing them to proceed through stop signs and traffic-control devices after slowing for safety when escorted by law enforcement
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Allows unescorted funeral processions to proceed through intersections after the lead vehicle complies with stop signs and traffic signals, with following vehicles permitted to continue without stopping
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Authorizes emergency vehicles escorting funeral processions to exceed the speed limit by up to 15 miles per hour to overtake the procession and direct traffic at upcoming intersections
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Permits lead vehicles in funeral processions to display blinking, rotating, or oscillating purple lights during the procession
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Requires all funeral procession vehicles to yield right-of-way to traffic officers' directions and approaching emergency vehicles with audible or visible signals
Legislative Description
Funeral processions; provide right-of-way and authorize law enforcement to escort.
Last Action
Died In Committee
2/1/2022