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Introduced
01/28/2025
01/28/2025
In Committee
03/21/2025
03/21/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
104th General Assembly
Bill Summary
Amends the Illinois Vehicle Code. Amends the Illinois Vehicle Code. Provides that a municipality or unit of local government may erect and maintain a specialized traffic control device at an intersection where an emergency response vehicle enters the roadway or within 1,000 feet from a structure where such vehicles are stored. Allows the specialized traffic control device to be controlled by the emergency response unit or fire station as the emergency response vehicle enters or exits traffic.
AI Summary
This bill amends the Illinois Vehicle Code to allow municipalities or local government units to install and operate specialized traffic control devices near emergency response facilities. Specifically, the bill permits these devices to be placed at intersections where emergency vehicles enter roadways or within 1,000 feet of a structure housing emergency response vehicles like fire stations. The devices can be directly controlled by the emergency response unit, enabling them to manage traffic signals as emergency vehicles enter or exit traffic. This measure is designed to improve the safety and efficiency of emergency vehicle movements by giving them more control over traffic signaling, potentially reducing response times and minimizing risks during emergency deployments.
Committee Categories
Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments (on 03/21/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=1272&GAID=18&DocTypeID=SB&SessionID=114&GA=104 |
| BillText | https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/104/SB/10400SB1272.htm |
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