Note that the Pennsylvania (four foot!) law explicitly allows cars to cross the double-yellow line to overtake bicycles as long as it is safe to do so.[1] I'm

Note that the Pennsylvania (four foot!) law explicitly allows cars to cross the double-yellow line to overtake bicycles as long as it is safe to do so.[1] I'm not sure what the specifics are for the California law are, but many states have existing laws on passing "obstructions" that may apply.[2] 1. http://walkbikejersey.blogspot.com/2012/02/pennsy-passes-progressive-safe-bicycle.html http://walkbikejersey.blogspot.com/2012/02/pennsy-passes-pro... 2. http://flbikelaw.org/2013/12/no-passing-zones/ http://flbikelaw.org/2013/12/no-passing-zones/