❌ HB468
Exempt specified OEPA, PUCO vehicles from certain traffic laws
Current Status: In House Committee (Transportation)
Summary
This bill exempts specified vehicles operated by the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency (OEPA) and the Public Utilities Commission (PUCO) from certain traffic laws, designating them as public safety vehicles. It includes provisions for the appropriation of funds for emergency response equipment.
Rationale
The bill increases government authority by exempting specific government vehicles from traffic laws, which conflicts with the Libertarian principles of limited government and individual rights. Both the LP and LPO oppose government overreach and the expansion of state power.
Risks and Concerns
- Increases government control over traffic regulations
- Potential for misuse of exemptions by government agencies
- Erodes individual rights by prioritizing government vehicles