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Albany County Law Committee advances 3-foot passing local law to public hearing amid enforceability questions
Summary
The committee voted to send a proposed Albany County local law requiring a 3-foot passing distance for vulnerable road users to public hearing after lengthy discussion about language adjustments, cross-references to New York Vehicle & Traffic Law, and concerns from law enforcement about enforceability.
The Albany County Legislature’s Law Committee voted to report a proposed local law establishing a minimum three-foot passing distance for vulnerable road users out for public hearing after extended discussion about the law’s language and enforcement. Presenters said revised Sections 5 and 6 clarify that the 3-foot requirement is subject to existing New York Vehicle & Traffic Law and does…
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