summary
Introduced
01/14/2026
01/14/2026
In Committee
01/14/2026
01/14/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
126th General Assembly
Bill Summary
Amend The South Carolina Code Of Laws By Amending Section 56-5-970, Relating To The Traffic-control Signal Legend, So As To Require A Person Riding A Bicycle To Stop Fully At A Red Light But To Allow The Person To Proceed When It Is Safe To Do So; And By Adding Section 56-5-3530 So As To Allow A Person Riding A Bicycle To Yield At Stop Signs When It Is Safe To Do So.
AI Summary
This bill, titled the "Stop-as-Yield Law," amends South Carolina's traffic laws to create new rules for bicycle riders at traffic signals and stop signs. Specifically, it requires bicycle riders to come to a complete stop at a red light, but then allows them to proceed when it is safe to do so, similar to how they might treat a stop sign. Additionally, the bill allows bicycle riders to "yield" at stop signs, meaning they can slow down and proceed cautiously into the intersection if it is safe and they yield to other traffic and pedestrians, rather than being strictly required to stop completely before entering the intersection. These changes aim to provide clearer guidelines for cyclists at common traffic control devices.
Committee Categories
Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred to Committee on Transportation (on 01/14/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.scstatehouse.gov/billsearch.php?billnumbers=0812&session=126&summary=B |
| BillText | https://www.scstatehouse.gov/sess126_2025-2026/prever/812_20260114.htm |
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