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Senate passes bill allowing signage, markings and stiffer penalties to protect volunteer first responders
Summary
Legislation authorizing local governments and fire districts to add warning signage, roadway markings and traffic controls near emergency stations — and increasing penalties for failures to yield — was approved after a sponsor explanation emphasizing seconds‑count in rural responses.
The State Senate approved a bill on Feb. 9 authorizing local governments and fire districts to install signage, roadway markings and traffic control devices around emergency stations to warn motorists and protect first responders. The measure also increases enforcement, including a mandatory one‑year license suspension after three…
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