Bill > S1662

This bill allows vehicles that are classified as hybrid or alternate fuel vehicles by federal agencies like the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration (NHTSA), or by the state's department of environmental protection, to use highway lanes that are specifically designated for high-occupancy vehicles (HOV). HOV lanes are typically reserved for vehicles carrying a certain number of passengers to encourage carpooling and reduce traffic congestion. The bill also requires the secretary of transportation and construction to create any necessary regulations to put this change into effect.