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NC H60
Bill
Status
2/9/2015
Primary Sponsor
Jeffrey Elmore
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AI Summary
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Allows drivers to pass slower-moving vehicles in no-passing zones if the slower vehicle is traveling at less than half the posted speed limit.
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Requires the passing vehicle to complete the maneuver without exceeding the posted speed limit and maintain at least three feet of clearance to the left of the slower vehicle.
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Requires the left side of the highway to be clearly visible and free of oncoming traffic for a sufficient distance to safely complete the pass.
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Modifies G.S. 20-149(a) to clarify that the two-foot passing distance requirement does not apply when passing under the conditions established in G.S. 20-150(e).
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Becomes effective December 1, 2015, for offenses committed on or after that date.
Legislative Description
Passing Slow Moving Vehicles
Last Action
Ref To Com On Transportation
2/10/2015