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- Referred to transportation
- Print number 2478a
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Establishes the traffic infraction of interference with a funeral procession
In Assembly Committee · Transportation · Sponsor Aravella Simotas
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BILL NUMBER:S2478A
Title of bill
An act to amend the vehicle and traffic law, in relation to interference with a funeral procession
Summary of specific provisions
The vehicle and traffic law is amended by adding new section 1132 which states that a driver of a motor vehicle shall be subject to a fine of no more than fifty dollars for the infraction of entering the single file line of traffic constituting a funeral procession marked by motor vehicles displaying their headlights and hazard lights. Exceptions are provided for emergency vehicles, in order to comply with the "move over" law, or when authorized to do so by a police officer.
Justification
Too often, the grieving parties in a motor vehicle funeral procession have their anguish exacerbated by other motorists that cut-off or otherwise interrupt the funeral procession.
The disruptions are not only hurtful, annoying and disrespectful, but also pose serious safety hazards that threaten the wellbeing of those in or near the procession.
This legislation would allow those who are grieving to have the peace of mind and comfort they deserve in their time of need by guaranteeing the integrity of the procession while ensuring the safety of those in the vicinity.
Prior legislative history
2014: Senate Bill #604 (Gianaris) - Died in Senate Transportation Committee 2012: Senate Bill #2526 (Gianaris) - Died in Senate Transportation Committee 2012: Assembly Bill #4907 (Simotas) - Died in Assembly Transportation Committee 2010: Assembly Bill #5342 (Gianaris) - Died in Assembly Transportation Committee 2008: Assembly Bill #10394-A (Gianaris) - Died in Assembly Transportation Committee
Fiscal implications
None.
Effective date
This act will take effect on the first of September next succeeding the date on which it shall have become law.
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