11/22/04-A bill to reduce gridlock caused by accidents in Pennsylvania has died.
The Senate Rules and Executive Nominations Committee failed to take up the measure before the session concluded early Sunday, Nov. 21, effectively killing it for the year.
The “Steer it Clear” bill, sponsored by Sen. Constance Williams, D-King of Prussia, would have required drivers to remove their vehicles or cargo from traffic lanes after a minor accident.
SB946 required drivers to remove their vehicles from traffic lanes, as long as the vehicles are still drivable and no serious injuries were suffered.
Drivers who comply with the law would not be considered liable or at fault regarding the cause of the accident solely for moving their vehicles from the scene. Drivers would, however, still be required to stay in the vicinity of the accident scene to provide information.
Individuals who fail to remove their vehicles or cargo from the roadway would be charged with a summary offense punishable by a $300 fine.
A similar bill – HB2606 – met the same fate.

7/22/04-A bill before the Senate Rules and Executive Nominations Committee is intended to reduce gridlock caused by accidents.
The “Steer it Clear” bill, sponsored by Sen. Constance Williams, D-King of Prussia, would require drivers to remove their vehicles or cargo from traffic lanes after a minor accident.
SB946 would require drivers to remove their vehicles from traffic lanes, as long as the vehicles are still drivable and no serious injuries were suffered.
Drivers who comply with the law would not be considered liable or at fault regarding the cause of the accident solely for moving their vehicles from the scene. Drivers would, however, still be required to stay in the vicinity of the accident scene to provide information.
Individuals who fail to remove their vehicles or cargo from the roadway would be charged with a summary offense punishable by a $300 fine.
A similar bill – HB2606 – is in the Senate Transportation Committee. For bill status, call (717) 787-2342.