Passing School Bus-Loading or Unloading
Amends the code to double the fines for violations of the Section regarding approaching, overtaking, and passing school buses. Provides that a first violation of the Section or local ordinance shall be subject to a mandatory fine of $300 and a second subsequent violation be subject to a Mandatory fine of $1,000.
No Smoking in Motor Vehicle With Minor Present
A person shall not smoke in a motor vehicle containing a person under 18 years, regardless of whether the vehicle is in motion, at rest, or has its windows down.
Electronic Communication Devices
Amends the code to include that a person may not operate a motor vehicle on a roadway while using an electronic communication device to watch or stream video.
Approaching or Entering a Highway Construction or Maintenance Area or ZoneAmends the code to provide that a driver who fails to obey the instructions of any official traffic-control device shall be fined no less than $100 and no more than $1,000. Increases the penalty for violating the Section regarding use of due caution in approaching or entering a highway construction or maintenance area or zone from a maximum fine of $10,000 to a maximum fine of $25,000.
Operation of Vehicles on Approach of Authorized Emergency Vehicles; (Scott’s Law)
Every driver shall, upon approach of a stationary authorized emergency vehicle giving a signal by displaying flashing lights:
- Proceed with due caution AND
- if on a 4-lane highway (or any roadway having not less than 2 lanes proceeding in the same direction as the approaching emergency vehicle) yield the right-of-way by making a lane change (into a lane not adjacent to that of the stopped emergency vehicle -- if possible with due regard to safety and traffic conditions; OR
- if changing lanes is not possible or safe, then reduce speed.
A person who violates Sub-section (c) of this Section commits a business offense punishable by a fine of not less than $250 or more than $10,000, together with an additional assessment of $250 for the Illinois Scott’s Law Fund; and
The Secretary of State shall, upon receiving a record of a judgment entered against a person under this section, suspend the person’s driving privileges.
Motorcycle Passenger Footrest
Passengers on a motorcycle must be able to rest their foot on the footrest while the motorcycle is in motion. The law previously laid out several safety measures regarding proper handlebar grip, riding position, and number of passengers allowed.
Disability Decals for Expectant Mothers
Expectant mothers in their 3rd trimester will be able to obtain a disabilities decal from the Secretary of State. These special decals will be valid for no more than 90 days and will only be issued upon a showing adequate documentation that the expectant mother has entered her third trimester.