Expands operating privileges for drivers of authorized emergency vehicles and police officers riding police bicycles.

The bill modifies the operating privileges for drivers of authorized emergency vehicles and police officers riding police bicycles. It allows these drivers to proceed past red or stop signals and exceed speed limits, provided they do not recklessly endanger life or property. The bill also grants exemptions for these drivers to disregard traffic laws when responding to emergencies or pursuing suspects. The changes apply to various emergency vehicles, including privately owned ones like towing and recovery vehicles. Effective July 1, 2026.

Expands operating privileges for drivers of authorized emergency vehicles and police officers riding police bicycles.

The bill modifies the operating privileges for drivers of authorized emergency vehicles and police officers riding police bicycles. It allows these drivers to proceed past red or stop signals and exceed speed limits, provided they do not recklessly endanger life or property. The bill also grants exemptions for these drivers to disregard traffic laws when responding to emergencies or pursuing suspects. The changes apply to various emergency vehicles, including privately owned ones like towing and recovery vehicles. Effective July 1, 2026.