Assembly Bill 332 amends several sections of Wisconsin's traffic laws to enhance pedestrian safety at intersections and crosswalks. The bill mandates that vehicle operators must stop their vehicles and remain stopped until pedestrians, personal delivery devices, bicyclists, or riders of electric scooters or personal assistive mobility devices have completely crossed the roadway. This requirement replaces the current law, which only requires vehicle operators to yield the right-of-way under certain conditions. The amendments apply to both controlled and uncontrolled intersections, ensuring that the stopping requirement is consistent across various traffic scenarios.

Key changes include the insertion of language that specifies the obligation to stop rather than yield at intersections and crosswalks, as well as clarifications regarding the behavior of pedestrians and other non-motorized users in relation to vehicle traffic. The bill also emphasizes that vehicle operators must yield to these users when making turns at red signals or green arrows, thereby reinforcing the priority of pedestrian safety in traffic regulations. Overall, the bill aims to create a safer environment for pedestrians and non-motorized users by establishing clearer rules for vehicle operators.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 346.23(1), 346.23, 346.23(2), 346.24(1), 346.24, 346.24(2), 346.37(1)(a)1, 346.37, 346.37(1)(c)3, 346.37(1)(c)4, 346.37(1)(d)1, 346.37(1)(e)1