The Public Chamber has announced a call for proposals to draft new traffic regulations aimed at balancing the needs of the majority of road users.
Over a period of about six weeks, social activists gathered more than 200 messages from the public, according to Parlamentskaya Gazeta. The conversations underscored a broad interest in revising traffic rules to reflect everyday concerns on streets and highways.
A central area of focus in the proposals concerns the status and operation of electric scooters. The majority of contributors argue for a speed cap of 25 kilometers per hour for these micro-mobility devices. In addition, many advocates call for scooter riders to wear helmets and to remove headphones while riding to improve situational awareness and safety on busy routes.
Another frequently addressed issue involves drivers who bypass traffic by traveling along the shoulder. Reports indicate this practice has sparked significant public anger. Proponents suggest imposing fines of up to 5,000 rubles for such off-shoulder maneuvers, with the penalty increasing to as much as 30,000 rubles for repeated offenses.
There is also discussion about heavy vehicles. The proposals propose that trucks moving slowly on highways be allowed to overtake, but with a specific rule requiring these heavy vehicles to move into the rightmost lane and pass other traffic on the left, ensuring a smoother flow for faster vehicles behind them.
Public activists note that the process of collecting popular amendments will continue. The proposals that exist at this stage are organized into common thematic blocks. These blocks form the basis for recommendations that are planned to be forwarded to key government bodies, including the Ministry of Transport, Public Works and Water Management, and the Ministry of the Interior.
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A caption from TASS accompanies the coverage of the event, illustrating the public discussion around traffic reform and the ongoing engagement of citizens in shaping transportation policy.
At its core, the initiative aims to create traffic rules that reflect practical road use and safety considerations across the spectrum of users, from pedestrians and cyclists to scooter riders and freight operators. The endeavor also highlights the role of public input in policy development and the process by which recommendations are gathered, reviewed, and presented to central authorities for consideration and potential enactment. The initiative represents a broader trend toward inclusive, participatory governance in transportation planning, where citizen concerns help define the rules that govern everyday travel and commercial transport on roads and highways.
In related coverage, analysts note that any final set of rules will require careful testing and phased implementation to minimize disruption while maximizing safety and efficiency for commuters and commercial traffic alike. The evolving dialogue demonstrates an ongoing willingness to adapt regulations to evolving mobility technologies and usage patterns, ensuring that safety standards keep pace with new forms of urban and rural transportation.
Note: The information reflects ongoing public discussion and proposed amendments reported by news outlets, including direct statements from activists and officials involved in the process. The status and specifics of proposed penalties or regulatory changes are subject to revision as formal proposals advance through governmental review channels and public consultation stages.
Endnote: This summary captures the themes and points raised during the engagement period and does not constitute official policy until formal regulatory texts are issued by the respective ministries. The public is encouraged to participate in the ongoing dialogue through recognized channels and official announcements.
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