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House Bill 378 |
House Author: Guillen |
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Effective: 9-1-11 |
Senate Sponsor: Williams |
House Bill 378 amends the Transportation Code to make requirements for the operator of a vehicle relating to vacating a lane or reducing speed when passing a stationary authorized emergency vehicle using visual signals apply to a stationary tow truck. The bill exempts a tow truck that is performing its duties from the prohibition against stopping, standing, or parking a vehicle on the main traveled part of a highway outside a business or residence district.