1403-S AMH DEBO PARC 025

SHB 1403 - H AMD 147

By Representative DeBolt

NOT CONSIDERED 4/26/2009

    On page 4, after line 19, insert the following:

"NEW SECTION. Sec. 3.  A new section is added to chapter 46.36 RCW to read as follows:  Until a vehicle-activated traffic control signal is installed, replaced, upgraded, or adjusted, and is capable of being operated to routinely and reliably detect motorcycles, and is operated and marked consistent with the requirements of this act, a person twenty one years old or older operating or riding upon a motorcycle may proceed through a red light to make a left turn or travel straight through an intersection on a state highway, county road, or city street if: 

    (1) The person is operating a motorcycle as defined in this act;

    (2) The person is wearing upon his or her head an approved motorcycle helmet as described in chapter 46.37.530 RCW;

    (3) The operator of the motorcycle has come to a full and complete stop at the intersection;

    (4) The intersection is controlled by a vehicle-activated traffic control signal that fails to detect the motorcycle;

    (5) The left turn or proceed signal fails to engage after one full cycle of the traffic signal;

    (6) The operator of the motorcycle exercises due care before proceeding to turn left or travel straight through the intersection; and

    (7) The operator of the motorcycle:

    (a) Is covered by a health insurance plan providing the operator with at least ten thousand dollars in medical benefits for injuries incurred as a result of an accident while operating or riding on a motorcycle; or

    (b) Has successfully completed a motorcycle skills education program under chapter 46.81A RCW."

    Correct the title

EFFECT:   Permits motorcyclists to turn left or travel through an intersection with a red light under certain circumstances, including when a light fails to change after one full cycle.

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