An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in general provisions relating to operation of vehicles, further providing for obedience to authorized persons directing traffic and providing for drivers in organized motorcycle processions; and, in rules of the road in general, further providing for following too closely.
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Overview
This bill amends Pennsylvania law to clarify rules for drivers in organized motorcycle processions and to address following too closely. Specifically, it allows drivers in these processions to proceed through intersections under certain conditions, provided they display appropriate lighting and maintain a minimum size. It also modifies rules regarding following too closely, excluding organized motorcycle processions and funeral processions from the restrictions.
Key provisions
- Allows drivers in organized motorcycle processions (minimum 20 motorcycles) to proceed through intersections under specific conditions.
- Requires drivers in organized motorcycle processions to display lighted headlamps and emergency flashers.
- Defines requirements for organized motorcycle processions, including notification to municipalities and reflective vest requirements.
- Modifies the law regarding following too closely, excluding organized motorcycle processions and funeral processions.
- Clarifies that funeral processions are exempt from standard following too closely rules.
Who is affected
- Motorcyclists
- Motor Vehicle Drivers
- Funeral Directors
- Municipalities
- Emergency Vehicles Operators
Notable changes
- Establishes specific rules and requirements for organized motorcycle processions.
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Primary sponsor
Jacob Banta
Cosponsors
Barbara Gleim
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