HB1504

In general provisions, further providing for definitions; in licensing of drivers, further providing for suspension of operating privilege; in rules of the road in general, further providing for overtaking vehicle on the left and providing for vehicles passing pedestrians on a highway; in special vehicles and pedestrians, further providing for penalty for violation of subchapter; and, in miscellaneous provisions relating to offenses in general, further providing for the offense of careless driving.

Introduced·5/28/25
Introduced Text

Pennsylvania HB1504 amends vehicle laws to define vulnerable highway users, set fines for careless driving, and establish rules for passing.

Pennsylvania HB1504 amends Title 75 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes to define "vulnerable highway user" as individuals lawfully on a highway, including pedestrians and pedalcycle riders. It sets fines for careless driving, with higher penalties for causing serious bodily injury or death to a vulnerable highway user. The bill also establishes rules for passing pedestrians and pedalcycles, requiring drivers to pass on the left side within four feet, except when passing on the right side is safer. The act will take effect in 120 days.

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History

May 28, 2025

House

Referred to Transportation