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UTICA, N.Y. (WKTV) -- An extension of an established law in New York was implemented this week.
New York's Move Over Law was broadened to encompass all vehicles.
The law was initially enacted in 2010 to avoid accidents with emergency vehicles stopped on the road.
The law has undergone multiple expansions to also include hazard vehicles, highway worker vehicles and tow trucks.
The law was further reinforced on Wednesday, March 27, by extending protection to all vehicles stopped on the road.
"From 2016 to 2020, 37 individuals were killed outside disabled vehicles in New York. Nationally, nearly 300 drivers are struck and killed roadside every year. The Move Over Law was enacted to prevent those tragedies and make New York’s roadways safer for all," a release stated.
