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Introduced
01/26/2022
01/26/2022
In Committee
02/15/2022
02/15/2022
Crossed Over
02/09/2022
02/09/2022
Passed
02/16/2022
02/16/2022
Dead
Vetoed
02/16/2022
02/16/2022
Introduced Session
2022 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT RELATING TO MOTOR VEHICLES; REQUIRING TRUCK TRACTORS ATTACHED TO A FREIGHT TRAILER TO DRIVE IN THE RIGHT-HAND LANE ON INTERSTATE HIGHWAYS; PROVIDING A PENALTY.
AI Summary
This bill requires truck tractors attached to a freight trailer to drive in the right-hand lane on interstate highways outside of municipalities, except when overtaking another vehicle or as otherwise required by law. It also amends the existing Motor Vehicle Code to establish a $200 penalty assessment for failing to drive in the right-hand lane as required by the new provision. The bill is intended to improve safety and traffic flow on New Mexico's interstate highways.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Justice, Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Pocket Veto (on 02/16/2022)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.nmlegis.gov/Legislation/Legislation?chamber=S&legtype=B&legno=174&year=22 |
| BillText | https://www.nmlegis.gov/Sessions/22%20Regular/final/SB0174.pdf |
| BillText | https://www.nmlegis.gov/Sessions/22%20Regular/bills/senate/SB0174.pdf |
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