Why does Nebraska fail 1 in 3 first-time knowledge test applicants? What is the school bus amber light rule in Nebraska? When are Nebraska work zone fines doubled? The Nebraska DMV at dmv.nebraska.gov warns that over 32% of first-time applicants fail. School bus amber lights require slowing to 25 mph. Work zone fines are doubled only when workers are present. not always. Rural interstates reach 75 mph. Nebraska law requires at least 3 feet of clearance when passing a bicyclist; the Nebraska Driver’s Manual says to reduce speed and wait when 3 feet cannot be maintained safely.
1. Nebraska Written Test Fails 1 in 3 First-Time Applicants: Here is What the DMV Actually Tests on Signs
Nebraska roads stretch from Omaha I-80 interchange network across the Platte River Valley, through the Sandhills two-lane state highways, and out to the rural interstate corridors where the speed limit hits 75 mph. The Nebraska DMV at dmv.nebraska.gov administers the written test. and their own manual notes that over 32% of applicants fail on the first attempt. Drive test appointments are required in Bellevue, Lincoln, and Omaha; highly recommended everywhere else. Study resources are on the DMV website. Everything on the written test comes from this manual.
2. What Does Yellow-Green Mean in Nebraska? Sign Shapes, Colors and What the Written Test Asks
Nebraska uses yellow-green for warning signs involving pedestrians, bicycles, playgrounds, schools, and school buses. On Sandhills highways where you can see a sign for miles before reaching it, shape and color register first. Master every row here before taking the Nebraska written test.
Shape
Diagram
Meaning
Example Sign
Octagon (8-sided)
STOP. come to a complete stop, wheels fully stopped, check all directions, then proceed when clear
Triangle (inverted)
Yield slow down, check traffic; if clear proceed, if not stop and wait until safe to go
Diamond
Hazard ahead; slow down, stay alert, and be ready to stop or steer
Rectangle (vertical)
Legal requirement; obey this sign or face fines and points on your record
Rectangle (horizontal)
Informational sign; read it and use it to navigate or plan your route
Pentagon (5-sided)
School zone ahead; reduce speed and watch for children crossing
Round (circle)
Railroad crossing ahead; slow down, look both ways, and prepare to stop
Pennant
No passing zone; do not attempt to overtake any vehicle ahead
Orange (any shape)
Construction or work zone ahead; slow down, stay alert, and obey all posted signs
Blue (any shape)
Motorist services nearby; exit if you need fuel, food, or medical care
Brown (any shape)
Park or scenic area ahead; follow directional signs to reach it
Nebraska road sign color meanings: Red is used for stop, yield, do not enter, and wrong way signs; yellow warns of unexpected roadway conditions; yellow-green is used for pedestrian, bicycle, playground, school, and school bus warnings; pink is used for incident management; green gives guide information; blue identifies motorist services; white is used for regulatory signs such as speed limits; orange identifies road work; and brown marks recreation or cultural-interest locations.
Regulatory signs in Nebraska carry legal force, and penalties or points depend on the specific violation. Nebraska speeding fines are $50 for 1-5 mph over, $75 for more than 5-10 mph over, $125 for more than 10-15 mph over, $200 for more than 15-20 mph over, $300 for more than 20-35 mph over, and $400 for more than 35 mph over. White rectangular signs, prohibitory signs, and lane-control signs are shown in the Nebraska Driver’s Manual.
STOP Sign
Come to a full stop and yield before proceeding
YIELD Sign
Slow down and give right-of-way; stop if needed before proceeding
Speed Limit Sign
Do not exceed this speed; adjust for road and weather conditions
Do Not Enter Sign
Entry prohibited; turn around or find an alternate route
Wrong Way Sign
You have entered a one-way road against traffic
No U-Turn Sign
U-turns are prohibited at this location
No Left Turn Sign
Do not turn left here; continue straight or turn right
No Right Turn Sign
Do not turn right here; continue straight or turn left
One Way Sign
All traffic flows one direction; do not enter going the wrong way
Keep Right Sign
Move to the right side of the island or obstruction
No Passing Zone Sign
Do not pass here; wait until the no-passing zone ends
Do Not Pass Sign
Do not overtake any vehicle ahead until passing is permitted again
No Turn on Red Sign
Wait for a green signal before turning; do not turn on red
No Left Turn on Red Sign
Wait for green before turning left; no turn on red permitted
No Right Turn on Red Sign
Wait for green before turning right; no turn on red permitted
Turn Left Only Sign
You must turn left from this lane; going straight is not allowed
Turn Right Only Sign
You must turn right from this lane; going straight is not allowed
Straight or Turn Right Sign
From this lane you may only go straight or turn right
Minimum Speed Limit Sign
You must drive at least this speed; move right if driving slower
Slower Traffic Keep Right Sign
Move to the right lane if you are driving slower than traffic
No Parking Sign
Parking prohibited here; find a legal parking area nearby
No Trucks Sign
Trucks prohibited on this road; use an alternate truck route
No Bicycles Sign
Cyclists must not enter; use an alternate route
No Pedestrian Crossing Sign
Pedestrians must not cross here; use the nearest crosswalk
Reserved Parking Sign
Park here only if you qualify; others must find a different spot
Four Way Stop Sign
Stop completely; generally the first vehicle to stop proceeds first, and if in doubt yield to the driver on the right
Stop Except Right Turn Sign
Traffic must stop except for the permitted right-turn movement; right-turning traffic must still yield as required
Left Turn Yield on Green Sign
Yield to all oncoming traffic before completing your left turn
Lane Use Control Sign
Follow the sign; only the shown movement is permitted from this lane
Restricted Lane Ahead Sign
Check eligibility before entering; unauthorized use is a violation
Diamond-shaped warning signs flag hazards ahead on Nebraska long rural highways, Omaha urban interchanges, railroad grade crossings across the agricultural heartland, and school zone approaches in every community. Orange marks work zones where fines are doubled when workers are present. The Nebraska Driver’s Manual also shows a Horse-Drawn Vehicle warning sign for locations where drivers may encounter slower horse-drawn traffic.
Left Curve
A curve to the left is ahead; reduce speed
Right Curve
A curve to the right is ahead; reduce speed
Sharp Left Turn
A very sharp left turn is ahead; slow down
Sharp Right Turn
A very sharp right turn is ahead; slow down
Winding Road
Multiple curves ahead; reduce speed and stay in your lane throughout
Set of Curves (Left-Right)
Multiple curves ahead curving left then right; reduce speed
Set of Curves (Right-Left)
Multiple curves ahead curving right then left; reduce speed
Sharp Turns (Left-Right)
Successive sharp turns ahead; slow down significantly
Slippery When Wet
Wet road is slippery; reduce speed and increase following distance
Deer Crossing
Animals frequently cross here; slow down and scan both sides of the road
Pedestrian Crossing
Crosswalk ahead; yield to any pedestrian in or entering the crosswalk
Bicycle Crossing
Cyclists cross here; slow down and yield before proceeding
School Zone / Crossing
Children may be present; slow to posted speed
School Crossing Ahead
School crosswalk ahead; yield to crossing guard and children
Divided Highway Begins
Road splits ahead; keep right and stay in your lane
Divided Highway Ends
Two-way traffic resumes ahead; stay right and watch oncoming traffic
Merging Traffic
Traffic is merging from another lane; adjust speed to allow safe entry
Added Lane
Traffic from another road enters ahead, but no merge is necessary because an additional lane has been added
Lane Ends Ahead
Your lane ends soon; check mirrors, signal, and merge now
Lane Ends Merge Left
Your lane ends; signal and move left before the lane disappears
Left Lane Ends
Left lane ends ahead; signal and move right before it closes
Road Narrows
Road gets narrower ahead; stay centered and reduce speed
Narrow Bridge Ahead
Bridge is narrower than the road; slow down and stay centered
Low Clearance
Overhead clearance is restricted; do not proceed if your vehicle is too tall
Railroad Crossing (RR)
Tracks ahead; slow down, look both ways, and stop if a train is coming
Hill / Steep Grade (Downgrade)
Steep hill ahead; reduce speed now and use a lower gear if needed
Bump
Speed bump ahead; slow down before reaching it
Dip
Dip in the road ahead; reduce speed to avoid bottoming out
Loose Gravel
Loose gravel on road; reduce speed and increase following distance
Pavement Ends
Paved surface ends ahead; slow down before the surface changes
Shoulder Drop Off
Edge of road drops steeply; stay away from the shoulder
Watch for Ice on Bridges
Bridge may be icy; reduce speed and avoid sudden braking or steering
Two Way Traffic Ahead
Divided road ends; move to the right and watch for oncoming traffic
Cross Road
Intersection ahead; slow down and scan left and right before crossing
Cross Traffic
Traffic crosses from both sides; slow down and be ready to yield or stop
T Intersection
Your road ends ahead; slow down and prepare to turn left or right
Side Road
A side road joins ahead; watch for vehicles entering from the right or left
Highway Intersection Ahead
A major intersection is approaching; reduce speed and be ready to yield
Road Entering Curve
A road merges on a curve ahead; watch for vehicles entering
Roundabout
Yield to traffic already in the roundabout; then enter and keep right
Truck Rollover
Trucks must slow significantly; high rollover risk on this curve
Weave Area
Lanes are entering and exiting; stay alert, check mirrors, and adjust speed
Advisory Speed
Safe speed for this curve; slow to the posted advisory speed
Traffic Signal Ahead
A traffic light is ahead; reduce speed and be ready to stop
5. Nebraska Guide Signs: I-80, US-20 Sandhills Journey and Every Exit Between Omaha and the Wyoming Border
Guide signs do not regulate driving. they show destinations, distances, and services. Green = highway navigation. Blue = motorist services. Brown = parks and recreation.
Interstate Route Marker
You are on this interstate highway; note the number for navigation
US Route Marker
You are on this US highway; note the number for navigation
State Route Marker
You are on this state route; note the number for navigation
Exit Sign (Exit Only)
This lane becomes exit-only; move out of it if you are not exiting
Reference Post Marker
Nebraska reference post markers identify highway locations in one-mile increments for assistance and emergencies
Services Sign
Services available at next exit; move right if you need to stop
Hospital Sign (H)
Hospital is nearby; follow signs if you need emergency care
Diesel
Diesel fuel available ahead; exit if your vehicle needs it
Park / Recreation Sign
Park or recreation area nearby; exit and follow directional signs
Nebraska reference post markers, dynamic message signs, and slow-moving vehicle emblems: Reference post markers appear on Nebraska highways in one-mile increments and help identify a location when assistance is needed. Dynamic message signs display current road, traffic, construction, or incident information. Vehicles traveling 25 mph or less, such as some farm equipment, must display a slow-moving vehicle emblem when required on a public roadway.
6. Nebraska Traffic Signals: What the Written Test Covers and When a Police Officer Overrides Every Signal
Flashing red requires a complete stop and yielding before proceeding when clear. Flashing yellow means be alert and proceed with caution. If a Nebraska traffic signal is dark or inoperative, treat the intersection as an all-way stop unless a police officer, flagger, or another traffic-control device directs otherwise. A police officer directing traffic overrides the normal signal indication.
A right turn on a circular red signal is permitted after a complete stop and yielding unless a sign prohibits it. A left turn on circular red is permitted only from a one-way street onto another one-way street after stopping and yielding. Turning on a red arrow is prohibited. A flashing yellow arrow allows movement in the arrow direction only after yielding to pedestrians and conflicting traffic.
Nebraska lane-use signals: a red X means never drive in the lane; a yellow X means move out of the lane as soon as it is safe because a red X will follow; and a downward green arrow means the lane may be used.
Standard Traffic Lights
Steady Red
Stop; after a complete stop, right on circular red and a qualifying one-way-to-one-way left turn may be allowed unless prohibited
Steady Yellow
Slow down and prepare to stop; do not speed up to beat the light
Steady Green
Proceed through the intersection; yield to pedestrians and cross traffic
Green Arrow (left)
Proceed only in the arrow direction; yield to pedestrians
Steady Yellow Arrow
If you have not entered the intersection, stop if it is safe; if already in the intersection, continue in the arrow direction and clear it
Steady Red Arrow
Stop and remain stopped for the arrow movement; turning on a red arrow is prohibited
Circular Green (no arrow)
Proceed straight or turn right or left unless a sign prohibits the movement; yield to lawful traffic and pedestrians
Opposing Traffic Extended Green
Oncoming traffic still has green; wait and do not turn left yet
Flashing Signals
Flashing Red
Treat as a stop sign; stop fully, then proceed when safe and clear
Flashing Yellow
Slow down, check for hazards, and proceed with caution
Flashing Red Beacon
Treat the overhead beacon as a stop sign
Pedestrian Signals
WALK / White Walking Figure & DONT WALK / Orange Hand
White figure = cross now; orange hand = do not start crossing
Flashing Orange Hand + Countdown
Crossing phase ending; finish if started, do not begin
Nebraska pedestrian hybrid beacon: A flashing yellow indication warns that the beacon is activating, solid yellow is treated like a normal yellow signal, solid red requires a stop, and alternating flashing red signals require a stop before proceeding only after confirming no pedestrian is in your lane or the adjacent lane. When the beacon goes dark, the normal dark-signal all-way-stop rule does not apply to that midblock beacon.
Key test point: Flashing red = complete stop, then proceed when safe. Flashing yellow = proceed with caution. Turning on a red arrow is prohibited, while a flashing yellow arrow requires yielding before turning.
7. Nebraska Pavement Markings: Lane Lines, Railroad Crossing RR Symbols and the 3-Foot Bicycle Clearance Law
Yellow center lines indicate two-way traffic moving in opposite directions, while white lines separate lanes moving in the same direction. Nebraska pavement-marking material covers broken and solid lines, turn lanes, stop lines, crosswalks, railroad markings, bicycle lanes, shared-lane markings, and rumble strips. Nebraska law requires at least 3 feet of clearance when passing a bicyclist; the Driver’s Manual says to reduce speed and wait when that clearance is not safely available.
Line Colors
Yellow lines
Separate opposing traffic; never cross a solid yellow line to pass
White lines
Mark your lane boundaries; stay within the white lines
Line Types
Broken yellow line (Single)
You may pass on your side if it is safe and clear ahead
Solid yellow + broken yellow
Pass only from the broken-line side when it is safe; do not pass from the solid side
Double solid yellow lines
Passing is not allowed in either direction, but the lines may be crossed for a left turn into or from an alley, private road, or driveway, or to avoid an obstruction when permitted
Broken white line
You may change lanes if it is safe; always check mirrors and signal first
Solid white line
Used for turn lanes and to discourage lane changes near intersections
Double solid white lines
Do not change lanes here; stay in your current lane
Center Turn Lane
For left turns only; signal, enter the lane, and turn; do not use it to travel
Center Turning Lane (sign)
For left turns only; signal, enter, and turn; do not drive through it
Pavement Symbols & Special Markings
Arrows in lane
You must follow the arrow direction from this lane
Stop line (wide white bar)
Stop completely behind this line; do not roll past it
Stop Here on Red
Stop at this painted line; do not inch forward past it
Crosswalk lines
Pedestrian crossing area; stop or yield to pedestrians as required by Nebraska crosswalk rules
Broken white line (pavement)
You may change lanes if it is safe; check mirrors and signal first
Solid white line (pavement)
Used for turn lanes and to discourage lane changes near intersections
Double solid white lines (pavement)
Do not change lanes here; stay in your current lane
Railroad crossing markings (X + RR)
Tracks ahead; slow down, look both ways, and be ready to stop
Diagonal yellow lines (gore area)
Do not enter or drive through this area; it is off-limits to traffic
Bicycle lane marking
Bicycle lane; motorists may cross it only for permitted movements such as turning, parking access, or property access after yielding to bicyclists
Nebraska shared lane markings and rumble strips: Shared-lane markings, often called sharrows, show that motor vehicles and bicyclists share the lane and help indicate where bicyclists should ride. Motorists should avoid passing until at least 3 feet of clearance is available. Rumble strips use vibration and sound to warn that a vehicle has left the travel lane or is approaching a stop sign or signal.
Key test point: Yellow center lines separate traffic moving in opposite directions. White lines separate lanes moving in the same direction.
8. Nebraska Work Zone Signs: Fines Double When Workers Are Present
Black-on-orange signs identify Nebraska construction and maintenance work zones. Nebraska speeding fines are doubled in a maintenance, repair, or construction zone when road construction workers are present. Flashing arrow panels guide traffic into open lanes when part of the roadway is closed, and flaggers use STOP/SLOW paddles to control traffic. Stay alert, obey every sign, adjust your lane position away from workers, and be prepared to stop.
Road Work Ahead
Construction zone begins ahead; reduce speed and stay alert
Flagger Ahead
A person is directing traffic; obey their signals
Workers Ahead
Road workers are present; slow down and be ready to stop
Active Work Zone
You are in an active work zone; drive with extra caution
End of Active Work Zone
Work zone ends; resume normal speed and check posted limit
Lane Closed Ahead
A travel lane ends ahead; merge early
Road Closed
Road is completely closed; follow detour signs
Orange barrels / cones
Active work zone boundaries; stay within marked lanes
Channelizing devices (barricades)
Follow the barricades; do not drive through or around them
You must obey a flaggers directions even if they conflict with existing signs or signals.
Nebraska speeding fines are doubled in a maintenance, repair, or construction zone when road construction workers are present.
Stay alert, maintain a steady speed with traffic flow unless directed otherwise, and adjust your lane position away from workers and equipment.
Do not slow abruptly, but be prepared to stop at any time in a work zone.
Key test point: Orange always means construction or work zone. If you see orange, reduce speed and increase following distance immediately.
9. Nebraska Railroad Crossings: Stop 15 to 50 Feet From the Nearest Rail and Check the Blue ENS Sign
When required to stop at a Nebraska railroad crossing, stop at the stop line. if there is no stop line, stop not less than 15 feet nor more than 50 feet from the nearest rail. Never drive through, around, or under any gate or barrier. After stopping, make sure all tracks are clear and there is room for your vehicle on the far side before crossing. A typically blue Emergency Notification System (ENS) sign is located at highway-rail grade crossings on the crossbuck or near the crossing and provides a 24/7 emergency phone number and DOT crossing ID.
Stop Line
Stop here completely when required before proceeding
RR Crossbuck Sign (X-shaped)
Located at the crossing; yield to trains
Railroad Crossing (at crossing)
You are at the crossing; stop if lights flash or gate lowers
Crossing Gates
Lower when a train is coming; never drive around a lowered gate
Pavement markings (X + RR)
Tracks ahead marked on pavement; slow down and prepare to stop
Flashing Red Lights
A train is approaching; stop and wait until fully clear
The round advance warning sign is the first signal that a railroad crossing is approaching. slow down, look, and prepare to stop.
Stop when: a crossing gate is lowered, a flagman signals, a train or on-track equipment is clearly visible or audible, a stop sign is erected at the crossing.
Stop not less than 15 feet nor more than 50 feet from the nearest rail. at the stop line if one is present.
After stopping, make sure all tracks are clear and there is room for your vehicle on the other side before proceeding.
Never drive through, around, or under any gate or barrier at any time.
The typically blue ENS (Emergency Notification System) sign at the crossing has a 24/7 emergency number and the DOT crossing ID needed to report a problem to the railroad.
A No Train Horn sign indicates a railroad quiet zone where trains do not routinely sound the horn at that location; drivers must still look and listen for trains and obey all crossing controls.
Passing within 100 feet of any railroad crossing is prohibited.
Key test point: When a stop is required and no stop line is present, stop not less than 15 feet and not more than 50 feet from the nearest rail. Never go around a gate, and check that all tracks are clear before crossing.
10. Nebraska School Crossing Zone Fines (Doubled) and School Bus Rules: Slow to 25 mph on Amber, Stop on Red
Pentagon-shaped yellow-green signs identify school and school-crossing warnings. Nebraska doubles speeding fines in an officially designated school crossing zone, which begins at the first official sign or traffic-control device designating the zone and ends at the sign or device marking its end; freeways are excluded from the statutory definition. When a school bus activates amber warning lights, you must slow to 25 mph and prepare to stop. amber lights stay on until the bus door opens. When the red stop lights and stop arm activate, stop and remain stopped until the driver retracts the arm and deactivates the red lights.
School Zone
School ahead; reduce speed and watch for children
School Speed Limit
Obey the reduced speed limit posted in school zones
Speed Limit Lights Flashing
Obey the posted school-zone speed instruction during the condition or times shown on the sign; follow flashing beacons when the sign directs
School Crossing Ahead
School crosswalk ahead; yield to crossing guard and children
Nebraska speeding fines are doubled in officially designated school crossing zones. Reduce speed, obey the posted signs, and watch for children.
When meeting or overtaking a school bus showing amber warning lights, slow to 25 mph and prepare to stop. Amber lights stay on until the bus door opens.
When the bus door opens, red stop lights and stop arm activate. stop and remain stopped until the driver retracts the stop arm and deactivates the red lights.
Stop a reasonable distance from the bus. The only exception is when approaching a school bus in the opposite direction on a roadway divided by a median.
Always be alert for students on or near the roadway when a school bus is stopped. children arriving late for the bus may dart into traffic without looking.
Key test point: The pentagon shape is used exclusively for school signs. No other sign category uses this shape. making it one of the easiest shapes to identify on the exam.
11. Nebraska Pedestrian and Bike Signs: 3-Foot Clearance Law: and What to Do When 3 Feet Is not Safe
Nebraska drivers must yield to pedestrians in crosswalks. When traffic-control signals are not in place or are not operating, a driver must come to a complete stop for a pedestrian in the driver’s lane or the lane immediately adjacent. Nebraska law requires motorists overtaking a bicycle to leave no less than 3 feet of clearance and maintain it until safely past. If that clearance is not safely available, the Nebraska Driver’s Manual says to reduce speed and wait until it is safe to pass.
Pedestrian Crossing Sign
Crosswalk ahead; yield to any pedestrian in or entering the crosswalk
Bicycle Crossing Sign
Cyclists cross here; slow down and yield before proceeding
No Bicycles
Cyclists must not enter; use an alternate route
No Pedestrian Crossing
Pedestrians must not cross here; use the nearest crosswalk
When traffic-control signals are not in place or are not operating, stop for a pedestrian in a crosswalk who is in your lane or the lane immediately adjacent. Do not pass another vehicle that is stopped at a marked or unmarked crosswalk for a pedestrian.
Nebraska law requires no less than 3 feet of clearance when overtaking a bicycle going in the same direction and requires maintaining that clearance until safely past. The Driver’s Manual says to reduce speed and wait when 3 feet is not safely available.
Do not blast a horn when approaching a bicyclist. unexpected horn use can cause a crash.
Look for bicycles before opening car doors to avoid dooring a cyclist.
Young cyclists may be unpredictable. a common crash type is mid-block ride-outs from driveways or alleys without stopping or looking for traffic.
Yellow-green is used in Nebraska for warning signs involving pedestrians, bicycles, playgrounds, schools, and school buses.
Key test point: At a Nebraska crosswalk without an operating traffic signal, stop for a pedestrian in your lane or the lane immediately adjacent, and do not pass a vehicle stopped at a marked or unmarked crosswalk for a pedestrian.
12. How to Not Be Part of Nebraska 32% First-Time Failure Rate: Written Test Tips From the Official DMV Manual
32% fail rate. the manual says so. Nebraska own DMV manual warns that over 32% of first-time applicants fail the written test. Use the DMV website at dmv.nebraska.gov for practice tests and study resources before your appointment.
Appointments required in Bellevue, Lincoln, and Omaha. Drive testing is by appointment only at these three offices. Appointments are highly recommended everywhere else. Complete your data form online before arriving.
Know Nebraska full speed limit table. Business districts: 20 mph. Residential districts: 25 mph. Gravel or non-dustless roads: 50 mph. Dustless non-state roads: 55 mph. State highways other than expressways, super-two highways, and freeways: 65 mph. State expressways and super-two highways: 70 mph. State freeways that are not part of the National System of Interstate and Defense Highways: 70 mph. Interstate highways: 75 mph, except 65 mph in Douglas County and on I-180 in Lancaster County and I-129 in Dakota County. Interstate minimum: 40 mph.
Two doubled-fine situations have different triggers. Speeding fines are doubled in officially designated school crossing zones. In maintenance, repair, or construction zones, speeding fines are doubled when road construction workers are present.
School bus amber = 25 mph. Nebraska is specific: when you see amber lights on a school bus, slow to 25 mph and prepare to stop. Red lights + stop arm = full stop. Exception: opposite direction on a median-divided road only.
Railroad: 15 to 50 feet from nearest rail. Stop in that range. After a train, confirm all tracks clear. Never go around a gate. Cannot pass within 100 feet of a crossing.
3-foot bicycle passing clearance. Nebraska law requires no less than 3 feet of clearance when passing a bicyclist and maintaining it until safely past. The Driver’s Manual says to reduce speed and wait when 3 feet is not safely available.
Yellow-green warning signs. Nebraska uses yellow-green for pedestrian, bicycle, playground, school, and school bus warnings.
Flashing and arrow signals. Flashing red = full stop, then proceed when safe. Flashing yellow = proceed with caution. Turning on a red arrow is prohibited; a flashing yellow arrow requires yielding before turning. A police officer directing traffic overrides the normal signal indication.
Interstate minimum is 40 mph. Driving too slowly on the interstate is also a violation in Nebraska. do not crawl in the right lane and expect it to be legal.
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