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NJ A5714

NJ A5714
Prohibits school buses from traveling in left lane of roadway except for turning and emergencies.


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Introduced
11/20/2023
In Committee
11/20/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/08/2024

Introduced Session

2022-2023 Regular Session

Bill Summary

This bill prohibits school buses from driving in the left lane of a roadway except for turning and emergencies. Under the bill, when a roadway has been divided into two or more lanes of traffic in any one direction, a school bus is prohibited from being driven in the left-hand lane or lanes, except for the following circumstances: (1) to the extent necessary to prepare for a left turn, a school may be driven in the farthest left lane for up to one mile to prepare for a left-hand turn; (2) when necessary to enter or leave a roadway by entrance or exit to or from the left lane, a school bus may be driven in the farthest left lane for up to one mile to prepare to enter or leave the roadway; or (3) when reasonably necessary in response to emergency conditions, such as poor visibility, snow, accidents, or the presence of emergency vehicles. A violation of the bill's provisions is to result in a fine of not less than $100 or more than $300 and a surcharge of $50.

AI Summary

This bill prohibits school buses from driving in the left-hand lane of a roadway, except in limited circumstances such as when preparing for a left turn, entering or exiting the roadway, or responding to emergency conditions like poor visibility, snow, accidents, or the presence of emergency vehicles. Violations of this provision will result in a fine of not less than $100 or more than $300, plus a $50 surcharge. The bill aims to improve traffic flow and safety by keeping school buses out of the left-hand passing lane, unless necessary for specific turning or emergency purposes.

Committee Categories

Transportation and Infrastructure

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Transportation and Independent Authorities Committee (on 11/20/2023)

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