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Pregnant woman who claimed her fetus was an HOV lane passenger gets another ticket

Vanessa Romo, NPR

Posted on September 2, 2022 · Brandy Bottone got the first traffic violation dismissed, arguing that under Texas' abortion law, her fetus counted as a person. She's hoping to make the same argument again.

Tags Brandy Bottone dallas HOV lane post-Roe v. Wade traffic

Transportation

To Keep Traffic Moving, METRO Is Changing Rules For HOV Lanes

Gail Delaughter

Posted on February 28, 2020 · HOV lane changes include new vehicle occupancy requirements along with higher tolls for solo drivers.

Tags commuting HOV lane park and ride tolls transit

Transportation

Metro Wants To Partner With The City Of Houston To Clear HOV Breakdowns Quicker

Gail Delaughter

Posted on March 22, 2018 · Drivers who break down in Metro’s H-O-V and HOT lanes may soon be able to get their vehicle towed for free. The transit agency is asking the City of Houston to expand its SafeClear program.

Tags HOV lane Metropolitan Transit Authority SafeClear tow trucks traffic

Transportation

Part Of The U.S. 290 HOV Lane Will Close For Construction

Gail Delaughter

Posted on April 6, 2017 · Thousands of commuters will have to find a new route as TxDOT constructs a new ramp. It's all part of the 290 widening project.

Tags HOV lane northwest Houston transit center txdot U.S. 290

Transportation

Are Houston Drivers Using The HOV Lanes On Weekends?

Gail Delaughter

Posted on August 18, 2015 · Metro is gauging the success of a pilot program that keeps the inbound lanes open on Saturdays and Sundays.

Tags driving freeways HOV lane metro traffic

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