2/23/07-A bill in the Joint Committee on Transportation is designed to protect police and other emergency personnel during roadside stops.
Sponsored by Rep. Dick Belden, R-Shelton, HB5086 would require drivers to maintain a safe distance and reduce speed when approaching stationary emergency vehicles by the road with their lights flashing.
Drivers would be required to merge into a lane further away from an emergency vehicle. If it's not possible to move over one lane, drivers would be required to reduce speed below the posted limit before passing the emergency vehicle.
For bill status, call (860) 240-0555.