Wednesday, February 24, 2010

AZ 'Move Over' Amendment Moves Ahead

Thumbs up to AZ lawmakers! Here's the www.kpho.com story:

A bill designed to protect tow truck drivers and stranded motorists unanimously cleared the Arizona Senate on Monday with a 30-0 vote.The Roadside Safety Assistance Act, SB 138, aims to amend Arizona's current "Move Over" law to include tow truck drivers and highway maintenance operators as well as the motorists they're assisting.Under the current Move Over law, drivers are required to either move to the next lane over or slow down considerably when passing emergency vehiclesThe bill is sponsored by Sen. John Nelson, R-District 12. It now heads to the state House of Representatives. flashing lights.

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