SB8

Requiring drivers to proceed with due caution when passing stationary vehicles displaying hazard warning lights.

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Kansas SB8 requires drivers to proceed with caution when passing stationary vehicles displaying hazard warning lights.

Kansas SB8 amends traffic regulations to mandate that drivers exercise caution when passing stationary vehicles displaying hazard warning lights. Drivers must either change lanes if possible and safe, or reduce speed and maintain a safe speed if changing lanes is not feasible. The bill also outlines penalties for various traffic infractions and establishes a uniform fine schedule for traffic violations.

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Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

119 Yea

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0 Nay

6 Absent

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Calendar

Feb 27, 2025

1:30 PM

House Transportation Hearing

Jan 23, 2025

8:30 AM

Senate Transportation Hearing

History

Mar 24, 2025

Senate

Senate Approved by Governor on Friday, March 21, 2025

Mar 14, 2025

Senate

Senate Enrolled and presented to Governor on Friday, March 14, 2025

Mar 10, 2025

House

House Final Action - Passed; Yea: 119 Nay: 0