Bill > H1917

This bill amends the existing law to address procedures for motorcyclists at traffic-control signals that are not detecting their vehicles due to their smaller size. The key provisions include: 1) Motorcyclists approaching an intersection with a traffic-control signal that is inoperative for their vehicle must come to a full stop, exercise due care, and proceed cautiously when it is safe to do so. 2) For any vehicle, if a traffic-control signal is inoperative due to mechanical failure or accident, the driver must come to a full stop and proceed with caution, yielding to vehicles on the right if multiple vehicles enter the intersection at the same time. The signal is not considered inoperative if it is operating in flashing mode, in which case vehicles must obey the flashing signals. The bill aims to provide clear guidance for motorcyclists and other drivers on how to navigate intersections with malfunctioning traffic signals to ensure safety.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1917