Bill signed expands move-over protections to all vehicles for Kansas drivers

TOPEKA, Kan. (KCTV) - Senate Bill 8 was signed on March 24 by Governor Laura Kelly.

This bill requires drivers to move over when ing stalled vehicles displaying warning hazard lights.

“Thanks to this commonsense bill, all drivers will now be required to move over or slow down if there is a vehicle on the side of the road with flashing lights,” Governor Laura Kelly said. “This bill will improve safety and will make it easier to educate the driving public.”

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Senate Bill 8 protects both the drivers of vehicles displaying hazard warning lights and other drivers on the road. Drivers will need to proceed with caution and change lanes away from a stalled vehicle if and when possible and safe.

“Eighty-two crashes occurred from 2018-2023 with someone in a vehicle while on the side of the road,” said State Representative for the 125th District Shannon Francis. “This bill will improve driver behavior by creating consistency with other move-over bills for law enforcement, first responders, and utility vehicles, among others.”

Previously, requirements to move over were limited to emergency personnel. Now, protections will apply to all highway vehicles.

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“Senate Bill 8 is a commonsense safety measure that will enhance protections for all travelers on Kansas roadways,” said Senator for District 7 Ethan Corson. “With its enactment, we’re taking meaningful steps to look out for drivers and engers.”

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