DeSantis Signs Bill to Expand Florida’s Move Over Law

Florida has expanded its Move Over law to include all broken- down vehicles, not just those stopped for law enforcement and emergency responders. The new law, HB 425, was signed by Governor Ron DeSantis after it was passed by Florida’s legislature in April, and is effective beginning January 1, 2024.

The bill adds three additional scenarios to Florida’s current law, where motorists will be required to move over if: 1.) There is a disabled motor vehicle that is stopped and displaying warning lights or hazard lights. 2.) If a vehicle is stopped and is using emergency flares or posting emergency signage. 3.) When a vehicle has stopped and one or more people are visibly present.

“AAA began advocating for a stronger law late last year with our ‘Move Over for Me’ campaign,” said Mark Jenkins, public relations manager for AAA. “We are extremely grateful that Florida lawmakers took this necessary action to enhance protection for all motorists, in addition to the first responders who come to their aid.”

Source: tallahassee.com

Tow Rates Rising in Superior, Wisconsin

In Superior, Wisconsin, towing fees, which have not increased since 2012, will rise after their city council voted in favor of a new ordinance. The tow fee for a vehicle weighing up to 8,000 lbs. will increase to $127, while those of more than 8000 lbs. will increase to $137. Storage fees, which were last raised in 2016, will be set at $32.50 per day.

City towing company operators approached the committee in February, seeking a 50% increase in tow fees due to the rising cost of equipment, fuel, wages and inflation. In April, the committee approved raising the fee 30% over the city’s previous fees.

Source: superiortelegram.com