Bill > HB7

This bill modifies Maryland vehicle laws to allow bicyclists to treat stop signs differently at certain intersections. Specifically, when approaching a stop sign at an intersection on a highway with two or fewer lanes, a bicycle rider may proceed through or make a turn without fully stopping, provided they first reduce their speed to a reasonable rate and yield the right-of-way to any vehicle already in the intersection or any approaching vehicle that could pose an immediate danger. This change is essentially creating a "rolling stop" exception for bicyclists, recognizing that bicycles operate differently from motor vehicles and can more safely and efficiently navigate intersections with appropriate caution. The bill amends two sections of Maryland's Transportation Code (§21-707 and §21-1202) to codify this new provision, and it will take effect on October 1, 2025, giving local jurisdictions time to prepare for and communicate the new rule.