SB 40·LA·senate
TRANSPORTATION/DEV DEPT: Provides for approaching emergency or disabled vehicles on or near highways. (8/1/26)
Signed into LawFiled Feb 10, 2026
Sponsor: Bill Wheat (R)
Latest Action
Signed by the Governor. Becomes Act No. 234.
May 15, 2026
Summary
SB 40 creates procedures that drivers must follow when they encounter emergency or disabled vehicles on or near state highways. It applies to all motorists using those roadways and is intended to improve safety and traffic flow. The measure has been signed by the governor and is now designated Act No. 234.
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