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SC S0699

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/13/2026

Primary Sponsor

Stephen Goldfinch

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Origin

Senate

126th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Expands the definition of "authorized emergency vehicle" to include vehicles responding to an "emergency scene" rather than just a "traffic incident"

  • Requires drivers approaching a parked law enforcement vehicle within five feet of a roadway that is conducting a traffic stop and displaying warning lights to either move to a lane farther from the vehicle or slow down

  • Drivers on multi-lane roads must change lanes away from the stopped law enforcement vehicle when it is safe to do so

  • Drivers on single-lane roads or when unable to safely change lanes must reduce speed and be prepared to stop until completely past the law enforcement vehicle

  • Takes effect upon Governor's approval

Legislative Description

Emergency Scene Management

Last Action

Referred to Committee on Transportation

1/13/2026

Committee Referrals

Transportation12/10/2025

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