Washington State House of Representatives Office of Program Research | BILL ANALYSIS |
Transportation Committee |
HB 2182
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Brief Description: Requiring the use of headlights when windshield wipers are used.
Sponsors: Representatives Appleton, Reykdal, Ladenburg, Ryu and Kenney.
Brief Summary of Bill |
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Hearing Date: 2/1/12
Staff: Beth Redfield (786-7347).
Background:
Drivers must display their vehicle's headlights, when driving upon a highway within Washington, at any time from one-half hour after sunset to one-half hour before sunrise. Headlights must also be displayed during periods of insufficient light or unfavorable atmospheric conditions, when persons and vehicles on the highway are not clearly discernible at a distance of 1,000 feet ahead.
Summary of Bill:
In addition to existing requirements regarding the use of headlights, drivers must display lighted headlights when the vehicle's windshield wipers are in use due to snow, rain, fog, or other sight-limiting conditions.
Appropriation: None.
Fiscal Note: Not requested.
Effective Date: The bill takes effect 90 days after adjournment of the session in which the bill is passed.