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DE SB275
An Act To Amend Title 21 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Driving On A Roadway.
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Introduced
04/23/2024
04/23/2024
In Committee
06/06/2024
06/06/2024
Crossed Over
05/23/2024
05/23/2024
Passed
06/26/2024
06/26/2024
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
09/30/2024
09/30/2024
Introduced Session
152nd General Assembly
Bill Summary
The purpose of this Act is to combat aggressive driving and dangerous speed differentials on targeted roadways. This Act prohibits vehicles from traveling in the left lane on the portions of State Route 1 or Interstate 495 that are an express highway, as defined in § 101 of Title 17, or a controlled access facility, as defined in § 172 of Title 17, except in any of the following circumstances:
AI Summary
This bill aims to combat aggressive driving and dangerous speed differentials on certain sections of State Route 1 and Interstate 495 in Delaware. It prohibits vehicles from traveling in the left lane on these express highways or controlled access facilities, except in specific circumstances, such as when overtaking another vehicle, entering or exiting the roadway, or responding to emergency conditions. The bill also requires vehicles over 26,000 pounds in gross weight to use only the right-hand lane, with some exceptions. Drivers who violate the lane restrictions are subject to civil penalties, starting at $25 for a first offense and increasing for subsequent violations.
Committee Categories
Justice, Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (6)
Bryan Townsend (D)*,
Shannon Morris (R),
Ed Osienski (D),
Nicole Poore (D),
Dave Sokola (D),
Jack Walsh (D),
Last Action
Signed by Governor (on 09/30/2024)
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