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MS SB2519

Bill

Status

Passed

4/14/2022

Primary Sponsor

Daniel Sparks

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Origin

Senate

2022 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends Mississippi Code sections 63-5-19 and 63-7-47 to clarify requirements for illuminating loads that extend beyond vehicle rear ends.

  • Modifies references in section 63-5-19 to allow daylight-only operation exceptions as provided in section 63-7-47(2), in addition to existing exceptions in section 63-5-21.

  • Updates section 63-7-47(2) to require vehicles transporting timber products with loads extending 4 feet or more beyond the rear to display a rotating or oscillating amber strobe or light-emitting diode light during the period defined in section 63-7-11 (sunset to sunrise).

  • Changes the timing reference from "one-half hour before sunset to one-half hour after sunrise" to align with the period described in section 63-7-11.

  • Takes effect July 1, 2022.

Legislative Description

Motor vehicle loads; clarify provisions regarding illumination of loads extending beyond rear of vehicle.

Last Action

Approved by Governor

4/14/2022

Committee Referrals

Transportation2/10/2022
Forestry1/17/2022

Full Bill Text

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