Introduced February 26, 2026
SB280
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Amend KRS 189.340 to restrict travel in the leftmost lane of any multilane highway at a speed lower than the posted speed limit; provide exceptions; amend KRS 189.990 to set penalties.
Plain-language summary
This bill would require drivers on multilane highways to avoid traveling in the leftmost lane at speeds below the posted speed limit. Certain exceptions would apply, and penalties would be set for violations. The goal is to keep the left lane clear for passing and help traffic move more smoothly. Who it may affect: drivers who regularly travel on multilane highways in Kentucky.
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Legislative History
Primary Sponsor
Aaron Reed
Senator · Senate District 07
Co-sponsors (15)
Phillip Wheeler
Senator · Senate District 31
Greg Elkins
Senator · Senate District 28
Shelley Frommeyer
Senator · Senate District 24
Jimmy Higdon
Senator · Senate District 14
Scott Madon
Senator · Senate District 29
Stephen Meredith
Senator · Senate District 05
Mike Nemes
Senator · Senate District 38
Matt Nunn
Senator · Senate District 17
Steve Rawlings
Senator · Senate District 11
Craig Richardson
Senator · Senate District 03
Lindsey Tichenor
Senator · Senate District 06
Robin Webb
Senator · Senate District 18
Steve West
Senator · Senate District 27
Gex Williams
Senator · Senate District 20
Mike Wilson
Senator · Senate District 32
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