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SB1591Introduced in the Senate

LEADER-FOLLOWER WORK ZONE VEH

IntroducedSenate Assignments

Introduced by Javier Cervantes, District 1

What does this bill do?

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Official description

Amends the Illinois Vehicle Code. Defines "leader-follower work zone vehicle" as a motor vehicle used in combination with another motor vehicle in a highway construction or maintenance zone that is: (1) equipped with an automated driving system; and (2) remotely connected to another motor vehicle allowing for coordinated or controlled movement within line of sight of the operator. Provides that the provision regarding following too closely does not apply to leader-follower work zone vehicles. Authorizes the Department of Transportation and the Illinois State Toll Highway Authority to implement the use of a leader-follower work zone vehicle in a highway construction or maintenance zone under their jurisdiction to create a safety system to protect their workers. Effective immediately.

Where it stands

Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments

March 21, 2025

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Bill history

  1. Filed with Secretary by Sen. Javier L. Cervantes

  2. First Reading

  3. Referred to Assignments

  4. Assigned to Transportation

  5. Postponed - Transportation

  6. Postponed - Transportation

  7. Postponed - Transportation

  8. Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments

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