Motor vehicles; modifying types of vehicles requiring certain approach; modifying name of offense; effective date.

HB 1272 modifies Oklahoma traffic laws to require drivers to slow down or change lanes when approaching stationary emergency vehicles, maintenance vehicles, or wrecker operations displaying flashing lights. It updates the offense name to "roadway endangerment of an emergency worker," imposing a $1,000 fine for a first offense (avoidable by completing the Operation Work Zone Awareness program) and $2,500 for a second offense. The bill also expands the definition of "stationary vehicle" to include utility company service vehicles and clarifies that commercial drivers cannot use the awareness program to avoid fines. These changes directly affect all drivers navigating roads near active emergency or construction zones.