TO AMEND SECTION 56-5-1535 OF THE 1976 CODE, RELATING TO DRIVING IN A TEMPORARY WORKZONE, TO EXPAND THE SIZE OF TEMPORARY WORKZONES.

Be it enacted by the General Assembly of the State of South Carolina:

SECTION    1.    Section 56-5-1536(A) of the 1976 Code is amended to read:

"Section 56-5-1536.    (A)    A temporary work zone area is an area on a roadway, or within twelve feet of a roadway, identified by orange work zone signs or equipment with flashing lights, and the presence of workers on the scene."

SECTION    2.    This act takes effect upon approval by the Governor.