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Bill would require headlights when windshield wipers are in use in limited conditions
Summary
Representative Philip Jones and supporters told the Transportation Committee HB 419 would add the words "whenever windshield wipers are active" to an existing RSA provision to require headlights in inclement weather; questioners pressed enforceability and edge cases such as automatic wipers and daytime running lights.
Representative Philip Jones returned to the committee to sponsor House Bill 419, which would add four words to an existing RSA provision requiring headlights: "whenever windshield wipers are active." Jones said the goal is to improve vehicle visibility during inclement conditions and cited research summarized by the U.S. Department of Transportation that found lower fatality rates and improved detection when lights…
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