Bill > HB05216

This bill proposes to amend section 14-298 of the state's general statutes by mandating the installation of six-inch-wide edge lines on limited access highways. Edge lines are painted lines along the outer edges of roadways that help drivers maintain their position within a lane and provide visual guidance, especially during low visibility conditions. The primary goal of this legislation is to reduce fatal traffic crashes by improving highway safety through these wider edge lines. By increasing the width of these lines from the standard four-inch width to six inches, the bill aims to enhance driver awareness and potentially decrease accidents on limited access highways, which are high-speed roadways with controlled entry and exit points. The bill reflects a proactive approach to traffic safety, using a simple infrastructure modification to potentially save lives by providing clearer visual guidance to drivers.

Transportation and Infrastructure

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