HB584 Alabama 2010 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

John W. Rogers

Democrat

Session

Regular Session 2010

Title

Motor vehicles, headlights and emergency flashers, use of required in funeral processions, penalties

Summary

HB584 would require headlights and emergency flashers to be used by vehicles in funeral processions and impose a small fine for violations.

What This Bill Does

The bill requires drivers in funeral processions to keep headlights and emergency flashers on during the procession. Violators could be fined up to $20 for each violation. It also includes a note about local-funding rules, stating the bill is exempt from those requirements because it creates a new crime or changes an existing crime. The bill would take effect on the first day of the third month after it passes and the governor signs it.

Who It Affects

• Drivers participating in funeral processions must use headlights and emergency flashers (violation leads to a fine).
• Law enforcement agencies would be responsible for enforcing the rule and collecting fines.

Key Provisions

• Section 1(a): The driver of a motor vehicle in a funeral procession must use the headlights and emergency flashers while participating in the procession.
• Section 1(b): Violating the provision is punishable by a fine not to exceed $20 per violation.
• Section 2: The bill is exempt from certain local-funding requirements under Amendment 621 because it defines a new crime or amends the definition of an existing crime.
• Section 3: The act becomes effective on the first day of the third month following its passage and the governor's approval.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 25, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Motor Vehicles