2/9/05-A bill that would penalize drivers for blocking or preventing an emergency vehicle from using the left-most lane of roadways has died.
The bill, sponsored by Rep. Mark Formby, R-Picayune, failed to be reported out of the House Judiciary Committee prior to the Feb. 1 deadline for House and Senate panels to report out bills and constitutional amendments originating in their chambers.
Under HB497, violators would face a fine up to $100 and/or up to 10 days in jail.

1/27/05-A bill in the House Judiciary Committee would penalize drivers for blocking or preventing an emergency vehicle from using the left-most lane of roadways.
Under HB497, sponsored by Rep. Mark Formby, R-Picayune, violators would face a fine up to $100 and/or up to 10 days in jail.
For bill status, call (601) 359-3719.