Illinois American Water Reminds Motorists to Move Over for Safety

American Water (NYSE:AWK), through Illinois American Water, is promoting a #moveover safety campaign as National Safety Month ends.

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American Water (NYSE:AWK), through Illinois American Water, is promoting a #moveover safety campaign as National Safety Month ends. The effort highlights Scott’s Law (625 ILCS 5/11-907(c)), reminding Illinois motorists to slow down, move over, and use extra caution around vehicles displaying warning lights.

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Scott's Law citation: 625 ILCS 5/11-907(c) Publication date: June 19, 2026

Scott's Law citation

625 ILCS 5/11-907(c)

Illinois mandatory move over law reference

Publication date

June 19, 2026

Safety-focused #moveover campaign announcement

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"Posts highlight the importance of moving over... and reinforce Scott's Law."

A traffic safety regulation that requires drivers to slow down and, when safe, change lanes away from stopped emergency, law enforcement, or service vehicles on the roadside. Think of it like a protective buffer zone motorists must give to roadside workers; for investors it matters because compliance affects companies with vehicle fleets, insurers, and firms exposed to liability, operational costs, and regulatory risk tied to roadway incidents.

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Social Media #moveover Campaign Reinforces Scott's Law

BELLEVILLE, Ill., June 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- As the National Safety Council's National Safety Month ends, Illinois American Water reminds motorists to move over for safety. As part of the #moveover campaign, Illinois American Water employees are being featured on the company's Facebook page. Posts highlight the importance of moving over for law enforcement, emergency, utility work and other vehicles displaying warning lights and reinforce Scott's Law.

Scott's Law, 625 ILCS 5/11-907(c), is a mandatory move over law in the state of Illinois. The law requires all motorists to move over when encountering stopped or disabled vehicles displaying warning lights. Illinois expanded requirements for motorists with hazard lights activated along highways. Scott's Law was named in honor of Scott Gillen of the Chicago Fire Department who was struck and killed by a drunk driver while assisting at a crash on a Chicago Expressway.

When approaching a stationary emergency vehicle that is displaying or flashing warning lights, Illinois motorists must:

• Slow down
• Drive with caution
• Move over to another lane
• Reduce speed if changing lanes is unsafe

When entering a highway construction area, Illinois law requires motorists to:

• Slow down
• Discontinue wireless use
• Yield or change lanes away from any authorized vehicles or workers in the area

Craig Watson, a field service representative in Illinois American Water's Peoria service area, participates in the company's #moveover campaign "to remind drivers that small decisions when made behind the wheel can make a big difference." He continued, "We know sometimes our work can cause temporary inconveniences or disrupt traffic. We do everything we can to restore service and return roadways to normal — without ever compromising safety. When motorists slow down and move over, they create a safer environment for workers, drivers and passengers alike. It's an important and simple act of diligence that shows we're all looking out for one another. That kind of responsibility can save lives."

To learn more about Illinois American Water's commitment to safety, please visit illinoisamwater.com.

About American Water 
American Water (NYSE: AWK) is the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the United States. With a history dating back to 1886 and celebrating 140 years in 2026, We Keep Life Flowing® by providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable drinking water and wastewater services to approximately 14 million people with regulated operations in 14 states and on 18 military installations. American Water's approximately 7,000 talented professionals leverage their significant expertise and the company's national size and scale to achieve excellent outcomes for the benefit of customers, employees, investors and other stakeholders.

For more information, visit amwater.com and join American Water on LinkedIn, Facebook, X and Instagram. 

About Illinois American Water
Illinois American Water, a subsidiary of American Water (NYSE: AWK), is the largest regulated water utility in the state with approximately 600 dedicated employees working to provide safe, clean, reliable and affordable water and wastewater services to approximately 1.3 million people. American Water also operates a quality control and research laboratory in Belleville. 

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What is Illinois American Water’s #moveover campaign announced in June 2026 (AWK)?

Illinois American Water’s #moveover campaign uses social media to remind drivers to move over and slow down near vehicles with warning lights. According to Illinois American Water, employees are featured on Facebook to emphasize safety for law enforcement, emergency responders, utility workers, and motorists.

What is Scott’s Law and how does it affect Illinois drivers near emergency vehicles?

Scott’s Law is Illinois’ mandatory move over law requiring drivers to change lanes or slow down near stationary vehicles with warning lights. According to Illinois American Water, motorists must reduce speed, drive cautiously, and move over when possible to protect workers and stranded drivers.

What must Illinois drivers do when approaching stationary emergency vehicles under Scott’s Law?

Drivers must slow down, proceed with caution, and move to another lane if it is safe. According to Illinois American Water, if changing lanes is unsafe, motorists must significantly reduce speed while passing stopped vehicles displaying or flashing warning lights along roadways.

How does Scott’s Law apply in Illinois highway construction zones?

In construction zones, Illinois law requires drivers to slow down, stop using wireless devices, and yield or change lanes away from workers and authorized vehicles. According to Illinois American Water, these steps help create safer conditions for roadway crews and passing motorists alike.

Why is Illinois American Water emphasizing move over safety for AWK stakeholders?

Illinois American Water is emphasizing move over safety to protect employees working near traffic and support statewide compliance with Scott’s Law. According to Illinois American Water, encouraging motorists to slow down and move over can reduce crashes and create safer conditions for workers and drivers.