Vehicle Laws - Bicycles, Motor Scooters, and EPAMDs - Audible Warnings (Pass Pedestrians Safely Act)

Summary

HB 1567 requires anyone operating a bicycle, motor scooter or electric personal assistive mobility device to give a voice, bell, horn or similar audible signal before overtaking a pedestrian and, when possible, to pass at least three feet away. Violations are treated as a secondary offense and result in a $25 civil fine. The bill also sets equipment standards for lights and prohibits sirens or whistles.

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