trailers; HOV lanes; prohibition

This bill prohibits vehicles towing trailers, semitrailers, or pole trailers from using Arizona's high occupancy vehicle (HOV) lanes at all times. It directly affects drivers of trucks, RVs, and other vehicles towing trailers who might otherwise use HOV lanes. Exceptions include tow trucks during service, motorcycles, public transit vehicles, and emergency vehicles. Violators face a $200 civil penalty, with $100 of each penalty deposited into the state general fund.