2006 House Bill 6256

Increase penalties for endangering certain on-road workers

Introduced in the House

June 22, 2006

Introduced by Rep. Scott Hummel (R-93)

To establish penalties for failing to use due care and caution (as defined in the bill) when passing a solid waste collection vehicle (garbage truck), utility service vehicle, or road maintenance vehicle (all of which make frequent stops in which workers may get out on the road). The penalty would be up to 90 days and a $500 fine, up to two years if the action causes an injury, and up to 15 years if it causes a death.

Referred to the Committee on Transportation