HB 2678
Relating to school zones of public or private schools
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Bill overview
This bill clarifies that school zones include private schools that have requested the West Virginia Division of Highways to designate them. It expands the definition of a school zone to encompass private school property, including entrances and access rights-of-way, up to 125 feet from the school grounds. The bill also allows counties to request expansion of school zones to adjacent roads if needed for safety, subject to Division of Highways approval.
Key provisions
- Defines a school zone to include private schools that have requested the Division of Highways to designate them.
- Expands school zone boundaries to 125 feet from school property, including entrances and access rights-of-way.
- Allows counties to request expansion of school zones to adjacent roads with Division of Highways approval.
- Specifies a 15 mph speed limit in school zones during school recess or when children are present.
- Sets 25 mph speed limits in business and residence districts.
- Establishes a 55 mph speed limit on open country highways.
- Outlines penalties for speeding in school zones, increasing fines for repeat offenses.
- Addresses commercial motor vehicle speed limits on coal resource transportation roads.
Who is affected
- Students attending public and private schools
- Parents and guardians of students
- West Virginia Division of Highways
- School districts
- Private school governing bodies
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