January 27, 2005, Introduced by Rep. Vagnozzi and referred to the Committee on Transportation.
A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled
"Michigan vehicle code,"
(MCL 257.1 to 257.923) by adding section 636a.
THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF MICHIGAN ENACT:
Sec. 636a. (1) On a highway where a traffic lane is
temporarily closed for repair or construction, the driver of a
motor vehicle shall not pass or overtake another motor vehicle
within 1 mile of the closed portion of that traffic lane.
(2) An individual who violates subsection (1) is guilty of a
misdemeanor punishable by imprisonment for not more than 90 days or
a fine of $500.00.