Wisconsin Lawmakers Want to Expand "Move Over" Law

Friday, September 12th, 2025 -- 11:01 AM

(Wisconsin Radio Network) State lawmakers want Wisconsin’s “Move Over” law expanded to include disabled vehicles on the roadside.

According to the Wisconsin Radio Network, AAA Wisconsin Director of Public Affairs Nick Jarmusz says 83% of Wisconsin motorists say that they always move over or slow down when they see the flashing lights of emergency vehicle, but only 49% say that they do so for disabled vehicles. Bill co-author Hubertus Republican Representative Jim Piwowarczyk says as the law currently stands, it doesn’t protect ordinary motorists.

Current state law requires drivers to slow down or move over when approaching a stopped emergency, utility, or highway maintenance vehicle on the side of the road. Minnesota, Iowa, and Illinois have all adopted expansions to their “Move Over” laws.

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