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Bill prohibiting drivers from blocking bike lanes earns unanimous support from Utah House committee.
Utah cyclists could see fewer obstacles in their path under a bill that earned the unanimous approval of the House Transportation Committee on Monday.
A cyclist with a child passenger navigates around a parked car in Salt Lake City's 200 East protected bike lane on July 9, 2024. CAPITOL HILL—Utah cyclists could see fewer obstacles in their path under a bill that earned the unanimous approval of the House Transportation Committee on Monday.
If adopted into law, HB290 would prohibit drivers from operating a vehicle or parking within bike lanes—with exceptions for snowplows, mail carriers, buses and emergency vehicles—setting a statewide standard that cycling facilities be kept clear and navigable.
"Bike lanes are meant to provide a safe space…
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