Illinois HB3442 allows the use of leader-follower work zone vehicles in highway construction or maintenance zones.

Illinois HB3442 amends the Illinois Vehicle Code to authorize the Department of Transportation and the Illinois State Toll Highway Authority to implement leader-follower work zone vehicles in highway construction or maintenance zones. These vehicles are defined as motor vehicles equipped with an automated driving system and remotely connected to another vehicle, allowing for coordinated movement within the operator's line of sight. The bill exempts these vehicles from the requirement to follow too closely, aiming to create a safety system to protect workers. Effective immediately.

Illinois HB3442 allows the use of leader-follower work zone vehicles in highway construction or maintenance zones.

Illinois HB3442 amends the Illinois Vehicle Code to authorize the Department of Transportation and the Illinois State Toll Highway Authority to implement leader-follower work zone vehicles in highway construction or maintenance zones. These vehicles are defined as motor vehicles equipped with an automated driving system and remotely connected to another vehicle, allowing for coordinated movement within the operator's line of sight. The bill exempts these vehicles from the requirement to follow too closely, aiming to create a safety system to protect workers. Effective immediately.