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HB 0206 -	Uniform rules of the road; procedure for passing sanitation vehicles; provide

Tracking Level:

Monitor

Sponsor:

Harrell, Brett 106th

Last Action:

7/1/2015 - Effective Date

State Code Titles:

House Committee:

PS&HS

Senate Committee:

PUB SAF

Assigned To:

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Staff Analysis of the Legislation

HB 206 seeks to extend O.C.G.A. § 40-6-16 provisions indicating the proper procedure when a vehicle approaches a stationary emergency vehicle so as to provide the same procedure when approaching a vehicle with active sanitation workers. The procedure requires to change lanes if possible or to slow down if switching lanes is not possible. When switching lanes is not feasible, the driver shall reduce their speed to at least 10 mph less than the posted speed limit or 25 mph less than the posted speed limit; whichever is greater. The fine for violation shall not exceed $250.

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