The bill amends Section 31-27.1-3 of the General Laws regarding "Aggressive Driving" by redefining the term to include additional violations that constitute aggressive driving behavior. Specifically, the bill adds five new violations to the existing list, which now includes: obedience to police officers, overtaking on the left, clearance for overtaking, places where overtaking is prohibited, and laned roadways. The previous language that included "and" before the last item in the list of violations has been deleted, streamlining the definition.
This legislative change aims to enhance road safety by broadening the scope of behaviors classified as aggressive driving, thereby allowing for stricter enforcement of traffic laws. The act will take effect immediately upon passage, reflecting the urgency of addressing aggressive driving behaviors on the roads.