TITLE: Relating to the operation and movement of authorized emergency vehicles.

SUMMARY: Relating to the operation and movement of authorized emergency vehicles.

FULL TEXT:
AN ACT relating to the operation and movement of authorized emergency vehicles. BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF TEXAS: SECTION 1. Section 545.156(a), Transportation Code, is amended to read as follows: (a) On the immediate approach of an authorized emergency vehicle using audible and visual signals that meet the requirements of Sections 547.305 and 547.702, or of a police vehicle lawfully using [only] an audible or visual signal, an operator, unless otherwise directed by a police officer, shall: (1) yield the right-of-way; (2) immediately drive to a position parallel to and as close as possible to the right-hand edge or curb of the roadway clear of any intersection; and (3) stop and remain standing until the authorized emergency vehicle has passed. SECTION 2. Section 546.002(b), Transportation Code, is amended to read as follows: (b) Sections 546.001(2), (3), and (4) apply [Section 546.001 applies] only when the operator is: (1) responding to an emergency call; (2) pursuing an actual or suspected violator of the law; (3) responding to but not returning from a fire alarm; (4) directing or diverting traffic for public safety purposes; or (5) conducting a police escort. SECTION 3. This Act takes effect on the 91st day after the last day of the legislative session.