LANSING (AP) — Michigan motorists would have to allow three feet of clearance while passing a bike on the road under legislation approved by the state Senate.
Senators also voted Wednesday to require teen drivers to learn about laws pertaining to cyclists and other vulnerable roadway users as part of their initial driver education course.
Michigan is among 11 states with no "safe passing" law, and bicyclists have been lobbying lawmakers to act.
The House passed similar bills in March, so the legislation could soon move toward Gov. Rick Snyder's desk.
The three-foot distance requirement would be in line with many other states.
- Posted May 24, 2018
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State Senate approves three-foot distance to pass bicycles
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