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Legislative Watch 
LEGISLATIVE
4/3/06-Gov. Ernie Fletcher signed a bill Thursday, March 30, that is intended to reduce gridlock in the state caused by wrecks.
The “Quick Clearance” bill won unanimous consent in the House and Senate on its way to the governor’s desk.
The new law, previously HB272, mandates that drivers remove their vehicles from traffic lanes after wrecks, as long as the vehicles are still drivable and no serious injuries were suffered. It also allows law enforcement at the scene to order vehicles to be towed to a parking area or safe place nearby.
The new rule takes effect in July.
