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Introduced
02/06/2025
02/06/2025
In Committee
03/21/2025
03/21/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
104th General Assembly
Bill Summary
Amends the Illinois Vehicle Code. Provides that when a construction vehicle or farm vehicle properly and lawfully making use of an audible or visual approaches any other vehicle: (1) the driver of the other vehicle shall yield the right-of-way and shall immediately drive to a position parallel to, and as close as possible to, the right-hand edge or curb of the highway clear of any intersection and shall, if necessary to permit the safe passage of the construction vehicle or farm vehicle, stop and remain in such position until the construction vehicle or farm vehicle has passed; and (2) the operator of every streetcar shall immediately stop such car clear of any intersection and keep it in such position until the construction vehicle or farm vehicle has passed. Provides that approaching a stationary construction vehicle or farm vehicle, when the stationary construction vehicle or farm vehicle is making use of an audible or visual signal, a person who drives an approaching vehicle shall: (1) proceeding with due caution, yield the right-of-way by making a lane change into a lane not adjacent to that of the construction vehicle or farm vehicle, if possible with due regard to safety and traffic conditions, if on a highway having at least 4 lanes with not less than 2 lanes proceeding in the same direction as the approaching vehicle and reduce the speed of the vehicle to a speed that is reasonable and proper with regard to traffic conditions and the use of the highway to avoid a collision and leaving a safe distance until safely past the stationary emergency vehicle; or (2) if changing lanes would be impossible or unsafe, proceeding with due caution, reduce the speed of the vehicle to a speed that is reasonable and proper with regard to traffic conditions and the use of the highway to avoid a collision, maintaining a safe speed for road conditions and leaving a safe distance until safely past the stationary construction vehicles or farm vehicles. Makes conforming changes.
AI Summary
This bill amends the Illinois Vehicle Code to expand existing emergency vehicle safety protocols to include construction and farm vehicles. The legislation requires drivers to take specific precautions when approaching stationary construction or farm vehicles using audible or visual signals. When such vehicles are in operation or stationary, drivers must either change lanes away from the vehicle (if on a highway with at least four lanes) or slow down to a safe speed, ensuring they maintain a safe distance. If lane changing is impossible or unsafe, drivers must reduce their speed and proceed with caution. Violations of these rules can result in significant penalties, including fines ranging from $250 to $10,000, potential suspension of driving privileges (from 90 days to 2 years depending on the severity of the incident), and potential misdemeanor or felony charges if the violation results in property damage, injury, or death. The bill is named "Scott's Law" and aims to protect workers in construction and agricultural vehicles by creating a safer environment on roadways, similar to existing protections for emergency vehicles.
Committee Categories
Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Tony M. McCombie (on 04/28/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=3204&GAID=18&DocTypeID=HB&SessionID=114&GA=104 |
| BillText | https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/104/HB/10400HB3204.htm |
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