1/14/10-A bill in the House Transportation Committee would require the Mississippi Department of Transportation to adopt and enforce rules and regulations to help ensure the safe operation, access and use of rest areas and facilities in the state.
Sponsored by Rep. Steven Horne, R-Meridian, HB81 would make MDOT responsible for designating approved parking spaces and restricting how long vehicles, including trucks, can use those spaces and facilities.
Vehicles couldn’t use the same spots for more than three straight hours.
MDOT would be responsible for posting signage at rest areas and facilities to notify travelers of the rules and regulations.
The deadline to advance bills from committee to their chamber floor is Tuesday, Feb. 2. For bill status, call 601-359-3719.