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SC H4684
Bill
Status
1/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Marvin Smith
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AI Summary
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Increases the maximum fine for unlawfully approaching a stationary emergency vehicle from $500 to $1,000, with a minimum fine of $300
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Adds 4 points to be assessed against a driver's motor vehicle operating record for violating emergency vehicle approach requirements
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Defines "significantly reduce the speed of the vehicle" as operating at least 20 miles per hour below the posted speed limit when passing emergency scenes
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Requires the Department of Public Safety to compile and publish an annual report of all citations issued for emergency vehicle approach violations
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Applies to stationary authorized emergency vehicles displaying flashing red, blue, amber, or yellow warning lights, including ambulances, police, fire, rescue, recovery, and towing vehicles
Legislative Description
Emergency scene management
Last Action
Scrivener's error corrected
1/30/2026