became law without Governor's Signature (Acts Ch. 32)
Summary
The law makes it illegal for anyone to sit, kneel, stand, or remain stationary in medians, shoulders, exit ramps and other state‑maintained right‑of‑way areas that are not designated for pedestrians, unless they are dealing with a medical or vehicle emergency, performing official duties, or are in a sidewalk or crosswalk. Local governments may issue permits for limited exceptions if they follow a uniform, objective process and keep records, and the Transportation Cabinet can set safety standards. The measure also updates existing pedestrian traffic rules in KRS 189.570.
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