3/28/08-The House Environmental Matters Committee killed a bill that sought to limit the use of traffic lanes for cars and trucks on certain roadways in the state.
Existing rules in the state require vehicles driving at least 10 mph below the posted speed limit or at a rate lower than the normal speed of traffic to stay to the right, when possible.
Sponsored by Delegate Kevin Kelly, D-Cumberland, HB605 would have required all vehicles on interstates and multilane controlled access highways with posted speeds at least 50 mph to clear the far left lane when being overtaken by vehicles. Exceptions would have been made for turning left or if traffic volume makes it difficult to safely merge into the non-passing lane.

2/14/08-A bill in the House Environmental Matters Committee would limit the use of traffic lanes for cars and trucks on certain roadways in the state.
Maryland law already mandates vehicles driving at least 10 mph below the posted speed limit or at a rate lower than the normal speed of traffic to stay to the right, when possible.
Sponsored by Delegate Kevin Kelly, D-Cumberland, HB605 would require all vehicles on interstates and multilane controlled access highways with posted speeds at least 50 mph to clear the far left lane when being overtaken by vehicles. Exceptions would be made for turning left or if traffic volume makes it difficult to safely merge into the non-passing lane.
For bill status, call (410) 946-5400.