HB487

Provides relative to running red lights (EN SEE FISC NOTE LF RV)

Complete·6/9/26

Louisiana HB487 imposes a $250 fine for overtaking a vehicle stopped at a red light using a shoulder or turn lane, without causing injury.

Louisiana HB487 amends traffic control signal laws to establish a $250 fine for drivers who use a shoulder or turn lane to overtake a vehicle stopped at a red light, provided no injury results. The bill also outlines penalties for running red lights that result in injury, serious bodily injury, or death, including fines, potential imprisonment, and license suspension.

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Sponsors

D
1
1
R
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

98 Yea

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0 Nay

7 Absent

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Calendar

May 14

12:00 AM

Senate Committee on Transportation, Highways and Public Works

Apr 22

1:00 PM

Senate Committee on Transportation, Highways and Public Works

History

Jun 9

House

Signed by the Governor. Becomes Act No. 808.

Jun 9

House

Effective date: 08/01/2026.

Jun 4

House

Sent to the Governor for executive approval.