Bill > HB591

This bill, the Wicomico County Highway Pedestrian Safety Act, prohibits individuals in Wicomico County from standing in specific areas of the road, including the roadway itself, the shoulder, median divider, or an intersection, if those areas have been officially designated as "inherently dangerous." Inherently dangerous is defined as posing a serious risk of injury that cannot be avoided with ordinary caution. Importantly, police officers are prevented from issuing any citations for violating this law unless appropriate signs are clearly posted to notify the public about the prohibition, and these signs must be installed according to state standards for traffic control devices. This legislation aims to enhance pedestrian safety by restricting access to potentially hazardous road locations and ensuring clear communication to the public before enforcement can occur.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/HB0591?ys=2026RS