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Bill would make 'engine brake' violations enforceable in posted zones, set $50 fine
Summary
Senate Bill 22‑53 would create a state moving violation for using an engine compression ("Jake") brake in a posted prohibition zone, set a $50 fine and exempt emergency uses, sponsors told the House Transportation Committee.
The House Transportation Committee heard Senate Bill 22‑53, a proposal to make use of an engine compression brake (commonly called a "Jake brake") in a posted prohibition zone a statutory moving violation carrying a $50 fine, with an explicit exception for emergency use.
Sponsor Sen. Dean Rummel said the measure responds to constituent complaints about excessive noise where signs already prohibit engine‑compression‑brake use but local or state agencies lack a clear statutory citation to enforce. "This bill is…
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