Bill > HB3284

This bill amends the Illinois Vehicle Code by adding a new section that allows municipalities or local government units to install and maintain specialized traffic control devices near emergency response locations. Specifically, these devices can be placed at intersections where emergency vehicles enter roadways or within 1,000 feet of a fire station or emergency response facility. The key innovation is that these traffic control devices can be directly controlled by the emergency response unit or fire station, enabling them to manage traffic signals when emergency vehicles are entering or exiting, which could help improve response times and public safety. This provision gives local governments more flexibility in managing traffic around critical emergency service infrastructure, potentially helping emergency vehicles navigate more quickly and safely through intersections during time-sensitive situations.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=3284&GAID=18&DocTypeID=HB&SessionID=114&GA=104