(1) How faster-moving vehicles may safely overtake bicycles on roadways where sight distance may be inhibited Action: The committee voted to carry forward draft language regarding passing bicyclists over the double yellow center line. That language was proposed as an amendment to existing law. § Limitations on privilege of overtaking and passing. (e1) Defense. - It shall be a defense to a violation of sub-section (e) of this section if the operator of a motor vehicle shows all of the following: (1) Is overtaking and passing a bicycle or bicycles as defined by proceeding in the same direction, (2) Is in compliance with subsections (a), (b), (c), and (d) of this section. (3) Provides a minimum of 4’ or completely enters the left lane. (4) And the operators of bicycles that will be passed has not provided signal of their intention to perform a left turn. (5) And did not interfere with the bicycle(s) being passed HB 232, (1) – (3)

(2) Whether bicyclists on a roadway should be required to ride single file or allowed to ride two or more abreast. Action: The committee tabled the issue of riding two abreast and formed a work group to further discuss the conditions under which cyclists may ride two abreast. (3) Whether bicyclists should be required to carry a form of identification Action: The committee voted not to carry forward the requirement of cyclists carrying identification.

1) Visibility (clothing or other reflective gear) and lighting requirements Action: The committee voted to carry forward language that specifies a requirement for either a rear light or clothing/vest that is sufficiently reflective. 2) Options for hand signals for turning Action: The committee voted to carry forward language adding “or right hand” to existing laws to allow cyclists to signal a right turn with their right arm. 3) 2-foot or other passing distance requirements Action: The committee passed a motion that action on the issue of safe passing distance be delayed or deferred, noting in the report that safe passing distance was something the committee looked at, but had no specific recommendations or action for changes.. HB 232, (4) : Any other issues determined relevant by the Department

4) Operating position in roadway Action: The committee discussed this in context of other issues (such as riding abreast and informal group rides). The issue may be addressed as part of other issues tabled for the November discussion. 5) Informal group ride impacts on rural roadway use and driveway egress Action: The committee passed a motion that the report include a draft form resolution for the Legislature stating a directive to NCDOT to develop an educational and safety initiative and an outreach strategy around “these issues” and for the required resources, to be identified, for the program to be carried out. “These issues” would include informal group rides. 6) Use of headphones or texting while cycling Action: The committee passed a motion recommending to the NCDOT, as part of their educational outreach strategies that they focus on efforts to inform all users of the transportation system about the elements of distracted driving, especially operating a vehicle when the user has on headphones. This includes the use of headphones while operating a bicycle on a state-owned roadway or on municipal trails.

7) Aggressive driving, harassment, and distracted driving laws Action: The committee tabled this issue until the November meeting at which point the committee will decide if there should be any formal action 8) Vulnerable road user protection Action: During the October 6 meeting, the committee tabled action on vulnerable user protections and aggressive driving/distracted driving/harassment until the November meeting at which point the committee will decide if there should be any formal action taken. 9) Formal group event permitting and regulations Action: The committee voted to recommend that NCDOT review their permit and management process for road closures for events to reduce the impacts on local residents and businesses.