10/08/2026
Several new laws went into effect in Connecticut on October first. While a full list of them can be found on our legislative website, there are a couple that we thought should be shared with our followers. They are as follows:
DRIVING IN THE LEFT LANE: Left-lane driving on multi-lane highways (including I-95, I-91, and the Merit Parkway) is restricted to passing, preparing for a left exit, or avoiding obstructions. A violation of the law will result in an $88 fine for non-compliance.
• DISTRACTED DRIVING IN A WORK ZONE: Using a handheld phone, texting, or watching videos while driving in a highway work zone will now be prosecuted as reckless driving rather than a minor infraction. This violation will result in a mandatory loss of license.
• SCHOOL BUS PASSING: Drivers who illegally pass a stopped school bus three or more times will now face a 6-month driver's license suspension.