If enacted, this bill would introduce a new civil penalty of $200 for drivers who operate their vehicles at a slower speed than normal traffic in the farthest left lane without overtaking another vehicle. This provision would be added to the existing traffic laws under section 28-721 of the Arizona Revised Statutes. Additionally, the bill mandates the Arizona Department of Transportation and local authorities to install warning signs on specified portions of Interstate 8, Interstate 10, and Interstate 40, directing slower traffic to use lanes other than the leftmost lane.

The new signs must read "left lane for passing only, slow traffic keep right" and be 48 inches in height and width. They must also either include a warning stating "$200 fine" or be accompanied by a smaller sign with the same warning. The bill aims to enhance traffic flow and safety by clearly communicating lane usage rules to drivers, thereby updating current statutes to reflect these new requirements and penalties.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 28-654, 28-721
House Engrossed Version: 28-654, 28-721