Assigned to COMPS VETOED
Assigned to COMPS VETOED
ARIZONA STATE SENATE
Fifty-Third Legislature, Second Regular Session
VETOED
Purpose
Background
A person is prohibited from driving in the HOV lane if there are fewer than two people in the vehicle unless the person is: 1) a tow truck operator driving a tow truck during operational duties; 2) riding a motorcycle; 3) driving an authorized public transportation vehicle; or 4) driving a qualified vehicle that has a special Energy Efficient Plate or an alternative fuel special plate or sticker. A violation subjects the person to a civil penalty of 200 dollars (A.R.S. §§ 28-737; 28‑2416; and 28-2416.01).
There is no anticipated fiscal impact on the state General Fund associated with this legislation.
Provisions
1. Allows an on-duty police officer to drive a marked police vehicle in the HOV lane.
2. Makes technical and conforming changes.
3. Becomes effective on the general effective date.
Governor's Veto Message
The Governor indicates in his veto message for H.B. 2092 that he is concerned that the issues law enforcement raised were not addressed in the bill.
House Action Senate Action
TI 1/17/18 DPA 7-0-0-1 COMPS 3/5/18 DP 8-0-0
3rd Read 2/12/18 49-9-1-0-1 3rd Read 3/26/18 30-0-0
Prepared by Senate Research
March 29, 2018
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