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Introduced
02/13/2025
02/13/2025
In Committee
02/24/2026
02/24/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT To amend Title 40 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to motor vehicles and traffic, so as to revise and provide for definitions; to provide for the safe operation of a motorcycle or bicycle through certain inoperative traffic-control devices and signals; to require drivers of motor vehicles to stop at crosswalks with pedestrian activated rectangular rapid flash beacons; to make it unlawful to activate such devices when there is no intent to cross a roadway; to authorize the operation of motorcycles to overtake or pass stationary motor vehicles in the same lane as such motorcycle in certain instances; to provide for a conforming change; to provide for a short title; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill, known as the Motorcycle Mobility Safety Act, revises traffic laws to enhance safety and mobility for motorcyclists and pedestrians. It defines "rectangular rapid flash beacon" as user-activated flashing amber lights that help pedestrians cross at unsignalized intersections or mid-block crosswalks. The bill requires drivers to stop for pedestrians at crosswalks when these beacons are activated and makes it illegal for pedestrians to activate them without intending to cross. It also allows motorcycle operators to pass stationary vehicles in the same lane under specific conditions, such as when waiting for a traffic signal change, provided the motorcycle is moving at 15 miles per hour or less and there are no approaching vehicles. Additionally, the bill clarifies that motorcycles are entitled to the full use of a lane and makes conforming changes to related sections concerning mopeds and traffic control devices.
Committee Categories
Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (5)
Last Action
House Committee Favorably Reported By Substitute (on 02/24/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/70348 |
| BillText | https://www.legis.ga.gov/api/legislation/document/20252026/243614 |
| BillText | https://www.legis.ga.gov/api/legislation/document/20252026/233778 |
| BillText | https://www.legis.ga.gov/api/legislation/document/20252026/232493 |
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