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Two Monroe County legislators are pushing for a local law that would require motorists to give bicyclists a berth of three feet when passing them on county roadways. So-called “three-foot laws” have been implemented in 33 states, but not in New York, despite repeated attempts by some state lawmakers in Albany. New York currently requires motorists to maintain “a safe distance” when passing bicyclists. Suffolk County, on Long Island, recently adopted a local version of the law. “This law would provide much-needed clarity about what is a safe minimum distance to pass bicycles,” said Legislator Rachel Barnhart, a Democrat from Rochester who is a co-sponsor of the legislation. “We all have to share the road, and this law would raise awareness about how to do so safely.” ....