5/30/08-A bill has died that was intended to combat aggressive driving on multi-lane highways by keeping the far left lane clear of most traffic.
Sponsored by Rep. Jimmy Martin, D-Clanton, HB106 remained in the Senate Commerce, Transportation and Utilities Committee when the session wrapped up. The House previously approved it.
The bill would have prohibited traffic from lingering in the so-called passing lane.
Left-lane use would have been limited to vehicles passing or overtaking slower moving traffic. Violators would have received warnings for the first six months. After that, $25 fines would have been handed out. Offenses would not have counted against driving records.

4/18/08-The House voted 69-14 to approve a bill that that is intended to combat aggressive driving on multi-lane highways by keeping the far left lane clear of most traffic. It now moves to the Senate.
Sponsored by Rep. Jimmy Martin, D-Clanton, HB106 would prohibit traffic from lingering in the so-called passing lane.
Left-lane use would be limited to vehicles passing or overtaking slower moving traffic. Violators would receive warnings for the first six months. After that, $25 fines would be handed out. Offenses would not count against driving records.
The bill is in the Senate Commerce, Transportation and Utilities Committee.
For House bill status, call (334) 242-7627. In Alabama, call 1-800-499-3052.

3/4/08-The House Public Safety Committee approved a bill that is intended to combat aggressive driving on multi-lane highways by keeping the far left lane clear of most traffic.
Sponsored by Rep. Jimmy Martin, D-Clanton, HB106 would prohibit traffic from lingering in the so-called passing lane.
Left-lane use would be limited to vehicles passing or overtaking slower moving traffic. Violators would receive warnings for the first six months. After that, $25 fines would be handed out. Offenses would not count against driving records.
The bill is awaiting consideration before the full House.
For House bill status, call (334) 242-7627. In Alabama, call 1-800-499-3052.