Roadside Safety Rules
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R · S06
Why they voted this way
Senator Taft Love opposes the bill because he believes it is unnecessary to create a new law for slowing down near roadside service vehicles, as proper etiquette already dictates this behavior and existing statutes cover passing amber lights in emergencies.
R · S04
Why they voted this way
Senator Tara Nethercott supports the general need for slowing down but has deep reservations about allowing non-law enforcement to use red and blue lights due to potential public confusion and safety risks regarding impersonation.
R · S23
Why they voted this way
Senator Eric Barlow supports the bill because it clarifies lighting rules for service vehicles at emergency scenes, noting that red and blue lights are already authorized for wreckers and this simply extends those permissions to other necessary service trucks.
R · S07
Why they voted this way
Senator Stephan Pappas supports the bill because he believes it is a good statute change, emphasizing that red and blue lights are only permitted when vehicles are stationary at a service site, just like wreckers.
R · S24
Why they voted this way
Senator Troy McKeown opposes the bill because he believes existing laws regarding amber lights are sufficient and adding red and blue lights for service vehicles is unnecessary.
R · S16
Why they voted this way
Senator Dan Dockstader opposes the bill because he believes allowing non-law enforcement vehicles to use red and blue lights creates confusion for drivers who may mistake them for police officers.
R · S23
Why they voted this way
The sponsor explains that roadside service workers need specific warning lights to alert the traveling public when law enforcement has left an accident or repair site, ensuring their safety and keeping commerce moving.
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