Front Porch Conversations: What the heck is the new ‘get over’ law?

I know I’m putting myself out there with this, but at the risk of sounding like a dummy, I really don’t understand this new “get over” law that just went into effect. Should I just stay out of the left lane all the time now? I commute for work and am on the turnpike every day. I don’t want to get a ticket for accidently doing something wrong. Can someone explain this to me like I’m five-years-old?

Hello, and welcome to the front porch!

Well I don’t know about explaining it like you’re five, but I do think I have a fair understanding of the new law. Basically if you’re in the left lane on the highway and an emergency vehicle (police, ambulance, etc.) is coming up behind you, AS SOON AS IT IS SAFE TO DO SO, move over into the right lane. That’s really it. A good rule of thumb would be to only get in the left lane to pass, and then get back in the right lane. Or if you’re really concerned, you can absolutely just stay out of the left lane altogether like you said. 

Hopefully one of our law enforcement or first responder friends can add some insight. 

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