House Bill 43 seeks to revise and clarify motor vehicle traffic regulation laws in Montana by reorganizing definitions and updating specific sections of the law. A notable addition is the definition of "paved shoulder," which refers to the portion of the shoulder adjacent to the roadway that is continuous and level with the roadway. The bill emphasizes the inclusion of bicycles on paved shoulders, clarifies the requirements for drivers yielding to emergency vehicles, and specifies conditions under which drivers are not required to stop for school buses on separate roadways or controlled-access highways.

The bill also introduces a process for reporting violations related to school bus safety, allowing witnesses to file complaints with law enforcement, and outlines penalties for violations, including fines and community service for offenses involving school buses. Significant amendments include the replacement of the term "upon" with "on" in various sections to enhance clarity, as well as modifications to align Montana's traffic laws more closely with those of other states. Overall, the bill aims to improve safety and clarity in traffic regulations for all road users in Montana.

Statutes affected:
LC Text: 49-4-302, 61-6-301, 61-8-101, 61-8-102, 61-8-351, 61-8-387, 61-8-605, 61-12-401
HB0043_1(1): 49-4-302, 61-6-301, 61-8-101, 61-8-102, 61-8-351, 61-8-387, 61-8-605, 61-12-401
HB0043_1(2): 49-4-302, 61-6-301, 61-8-101, 61-8-102, 61-8-351, 61-8-387, 61-8-605, 61-12-401
HB0043_1(3): 49-4-302, 61-6-301, 61-8-101, 61-8-102, 61-8-351, 61-8-387, 61-8-605, 61-12-401
HB0043_1(4): 49-4-302, 61-6-301, 61-8-101, 61-8-102, 61-8-351, 61-8-387, 61-8-605, 61-12-401
HB0043_1(5): 49-4-302, 61-6-301, 61-8-101, 61-8-102, 61-8-351, 61-8-387, 61-8-605, 61-12-401
HB0043_1(6): 49-4-302, 61-6-301, 61-8-101, 61-8-102, 61-8-351, 61-8-387, 61-8-605, 61-12-401
HB0043_1(7): 49-4-302, 61-6-301, 61-8-101, 61-8-102, 61-8-351, 61-8-387, 61-8-605, 61-12-401
HB0043_1: 49-4-302, 61-6-301, 61-8-101, 61-8-102, 61-8-351, 61-8-387, 61-8-605, 61-12-401
HB0043_2(1): 49-4-302, 61-6-301, 61-8-101, 61-8-102, 61-8-351, 61-8-387, 61-8-605, 61-12-401
HB0043_2(10): 49-4-302, 61-6-301, 61-8-101, 61-8-102, 61-8-351, 61-8-387, 61-8-605, 61-12-401
HB0043_2(11): 49-4-302, 61-6-301, 61-8-101, 61-8-102, 61-8-351, 61-8-387, 61-8-605, 61-12-401
HB0043_2(12): 49-4-302, 61-6-301, 61-8-101, 61-8-102, 61-8-351, 61-8-387, 61-8-605, 61-12-401
HB0043_2(13): 49-4-302, 61-6-301, 61-8-101, 61-8-102, 61-8-351, 61-8-387, 61-8-605, 61-12-401
HB0043_2(2): 49-4-302, 61-6-301, 61-8-101, 61-8-102, 61-8-351, 61-8-387, 61-8-605, 61-12-401
HB0043_2(3): 49-4-302, 61-6-301, 61-8-101, 61-8-102, 61-8-351, 61-8-387, 61-8-605, 61-12-401
HB0043_2(4): 49-4-302, 61-6-301, 61-8-101, 61-8-102, 61-8-351, 61-8-387, 61-8-605, 61-12-401
HB0043_2(5): 49-4-302, 61-6-301, 61-8-101, 61-8-102, 61-8-351, 61-8-387, 61-8-605, 61-12-401
HB0043_2(6): 49-4-302, 61-6-301, 61-8-101, 61-8-102, 61-8-351, 61-8-387, 61-8-605, 61-12-401
HB0043_2(7): 49-4-302, 61-6-301, 61-8-101, 61-8-102, 61-8-351, 61-8-387, 61-8-605, 61-12-401
HB0043_2(8): 49-4-302, 61-6-301, 61-8-101, 61-8-102, 61-8-351, 61-8-387, 61-8-605, 61-12-401
HB0043_2(9): 49-4-302, 61-6-301, 61-8-101, 61-8-102, 61-8-351, 61-8-387, 61-8-605, 61-12-401
HB0043_2: 49-4-302, 61-6-301, 61-8-101, 61-8-102, 61-8-351, 61-8-387, 61-8-605, 61-12-401
HB0043_3(1): 49-4-302, 61-6-301, 61-8-101, 61-8-102, 61-8-351, 61-8-387, 61-8-605, 61-12-401
HB0043_3(2): 49-4-302, 61-6-301, 61-8-101, 61-8-102, 61-8-351, 61-8-387, 61-8-605, 61-12-401
HB0043_3(3): 49-4-302, 61-6-301, 61-8-101, 61-8-102, 61-8-351, 61-8-387, 61-8-605, 61-12-401
HB0043_3(4): 49-4-302, 61-6-301, 61-8-101, 61-8-102, 61-8-351, 61-8-387, 61-8-605, 61-12-401
HB0043_3(5): 49-4-302, 61-6-301, 61-8-101, 61-8-102, 61-8-351, 61-8-387, 61-8-605, 61-12-401
HB0043_3(6): 49-4-302, 61-6-301, 61-8-101, 61-8-102, 61-8-351, 61-8-387, 61-8-605, 61-12-401
HB0043_3: 49-4-302, 61-6-301, 61-8-101, 61-8-102, 61-8-351, 61-8-387, 61-8-605, 61-12-401
HB0043_X(1): 49-4-302, 61-6-301, 61-8-101, 61-8-102, 61-8-351, 61-8-387, 61-8-605, 61-12-401
HB0043_X(2): 49-4-302, 61-6-301, 61-8-101, 61-8-102, 61-8-351, 61-8-387, 61-8-605, 61-12-401
HB0043_X(3): 49-4-302, 61-6-301, 61-8-101, 61-8-102, 61-8-351, 61-8-387, 61-8-605, 61-12-401
HB0043_X(4): 49-4-302, 61-6-301, 61-8-101, 61-8-102, 61-8-351, 61-8-387, 61-8-605, 61-12-401
HB0043_X(5): 49-4-302, 61-6-301, 61-8-101, 61-8-102, 61-8-351, 61-8-387, 61-8-605, 61-12-401
HB0043_X(6): 49-4-302, 61-6-301, 61-8-101, 61-8-102, 61-8-351, 61-8-387, 61-8-605, 61-12-401
HB0043_X(7): 49-4-302, 61-6-301, 61-8-101, 61-8-102, 61-8-351, 61-8-387, 61-8-605, 61-12-401
HB0043_X(8): 49-4-302, 61-6-301, 61-8-101, 61-8-102, 61-8-351, 61-8-387, 61-8-605, 61-12-401
HB0043_X: 49-4-302, 61-6-301, 61-8-101, 61-8-102, 61-8-351, 61-8-387, 61-8-605, 61-12-401