SB 162 - This act specifies minimum penalties for operating a motor vehicle in a passing lane when not passing or overtaking another vehicle. The Highway Patrol shall instruct its members regarding this law, and shall enforce it to reduce the incidence of violations. (Section 304.015.6).

The Department of Transportation shall place signs along major highways in the state specifying the minimum fines for the improper use of passing lanes. (Section 227.294).

Driver training programs offered in this state shall include information concerning the legal use of passing lanes. (Section 302.025).

ERIC VANDER WEERD

Statutes affected:
Introduced (1215S.01): 227.294, 302.025, 304.015

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Senate Committee Minutes:
SENATE COMMITTEE MINUTES Bill No.: SB 162
Sponsor: Schnelting
Hearing Date: 3/24/2025


COMMITTEE: Transportation, Infrastructure and Public Safety

CHAIRMAN: Fitzwater

DATE REFERRED: 1/23/2025 DATE HEARING REQUESTED: 1/23/2025



STAFF:
Bryce Beal
Alyssa Bruemmer
Tyler Gerling
Eric Vander Weerd


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