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Happening Today: Changes to your commute

Posted at 8:00 AM, May 20, 2019
and last updated 2019-05-20 11:00:38-04

LAS VEGAS (KTNV) — The Nevada Department of Transportation is rolling out new HOV lanes on Las Vegas highways starting today.

Officials say the changes are expected to cut traffic down by up to 30%.

NHP is giving a 30 day grace period for drivers in the HOV lanes. A $250 fine can be given to those drivers who violate the HOV rules, according to authorities.

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