Aylesworth: New laws in effect for Hoosier motorists

STATEHOUSE (July 10, 2018) — State Rep. Michael Aylesworth (R-Hebron) reminds motorists of two new laws that recently went into effect to keep Indiana roadways safe.

“Indiana is proud to be known as the Crossroads of America,” Aylesworth said. “With so many vehicles traveling on our roads every day, motorists should take every step to keep themselves and others safe on the roads. Hoosiers can request a free vehicle-emissions test at their local fire department, and should make sure the lights on their vehicles are the correct colors.”

Aylesworth said with many new laws effective July 1, it is important to stay up to date with those impacting local Hoosiers, including new safety measures for motorists:

• Distracting Headlight Colors – A new law requires Indiana drivers to have white or amber headlights on their vehicles. Colored lights like red, blue or green are not allowed on the front of vehicles, and backup lights should also be white or amber. Taillights must be red. This ensures colored lights are reserved for emergency vehicles only, eliminating confusion on the roadways. (Senate Enrolled Act 266)
• Free Carbon Monoxide Tests – A new law allows Hoosiers to request free carbon monoxide tests for inside their vehicle at local fire departments. Savannah’s Law is named after an Indiana high school student who died in a car crash after the deadly gas infiltrated her vehicle due to a faulty exhaust system. (SEA 100)

Aylesworth said roads are especially busy now during construction season. He asked that drivers have patience and pay attention when driving through work zones.

“With record levels of construction happening around the state, it’s important for motorists to plan ahead, stay vigilant and have patience when driving through construction zones,” Aylesworth said.

Visit iga.in.gov to learn more about these state laws and many others that went into effect on July 1.

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State Rep. Mike Aylesworth (R-Hebron) represents House District 11,
which includes parts of Lake and Porter counties. 

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