An Act amending the act of May 1, 1933 (P.L.103, No.69), known as The Second Class Township Code, in roads, streets, bridges and highways, providing for mowing operations.

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Chamber

Senate

Progress

Where this bill stands in the legislative process.

Introduced
Passed Senate
Passed House
To Governor
Became Law

Overview

This bill changes the Second Class Township Code to allow townships to decide whether or not to use a ‘shadow vehicle’ when mowing roads. It removes the requirement for townships to use these vehicles, but allows them to do so voluntarily if deemed necessary by the board of supervisors. The bill focuses on providing townships with more flexibility in managing road maintenance operations.

Key provisions

Townships are no longer required to use shadow vehicles for road mowing.
Townships can voluntarily use shadow vehicles if they choose.
A ‘shadow vehicle’ is defined as a vehicle used to follow mobile mowing and maintenance activities.
The amendment applies to roads, streets, bridges, and highways maintained by townships.

Who is affected

Townships (specifically, second-class townships)
Township employees
Boards of Supervisors

Notable changes

Removes a previous requirement for townships to use shadow vehicles during mowing operations.
Introduces the concept of voluntary use of shadow vehicles.