Passing a Bicycle

I was reading an article on the laws governing a vehicle passing a bicyclist and this lead me to think about the laws in Minnesota. I haven't read a Minnesota Driver's Manual for quite some time; I can tell you it makes for some interesting reading... Anyway here's the section on bicycles:

Sharing the Road with Bicyclists
Bicycles are legal vehicles on Minnesota roads and they share the same rights and responsibilities as other vehicles. Bicycle lanes are designed to separate bicycle traffic from normal vehicle traffic. It is illegal to drive in these lanes except to enter or leave the road or to prepare for a turn. Before crossing a bicycle lane, make sure it is safe to do so. Yield the right-of-way to approaching bicyclists. When the bicycle lane is clear, signal your intention to turn and then move into the bicycle lane before making the turn. Use caution when passing a bicyclist. When passing, the law requires at least three feet between the side of your car and the bicyclist. Watch for bicycle traffic at night. It is legal for bicyclists to ride at night but they are required by law to be equipped with legal lights
and reflectors.

Bicycle Laws
Bicycle riders are required to obey all traffic laws.

• Bicyclists must ride in the same direction as the flow of traffic not against it.

• Bicyclists must signal all turns and obey all traffic control signs signals and devices.

• Bicyclists use the same hand and arm signals as other drivers use but they may also    hold their right arm straight out to indicate a right turn.

• Bicyclists should travel just to the right of faster moving traffic. However, certain    hazards such as rough surfaces, debris, drainage grates or a narrow traffic lane may    require bicyclists to move toward the center of the lane. Bicyclists may also move out in the lane when passing another vehicle or when making a left turn.

• Bicyclists are allowed to ride two abreast. On a laned road, they must ride within a single lane.

• Bicyclists are not allowed to impede the normal and reasonable movement of traffic.

• Bicyclists are encouraged to wear helmets.

When riding a bicycle on a sidewalk, or across a roadway on a crosswalk, yield the right of way to pedestrians and give an audible signal before passing them. You may not ride a bicycle on a sidewalk within a business district, unless permitted by local authorities. Local authorities may also prohibit bicyclists from riding on any sidewalk or crosswalk. Bicyclists operating a bicycle on a sidewalk or crosswalk have all the rights and duties of pedestrians. Bicyclists can be difficult to spot in traffic. Watch for them in intersections, on sidewalks, and when you enter or leave alleys and driveways.

Motorized Bicycles
A “motorized bicycle” is defined by its speed capacity; it is capable of traveling at speeds of 30 mph or less. Rules that apply to bicycle riding generally apply to motorized bicycles. Motorized bicycles are not allowed on sidewalks, freeways, or lanes and trails designated for pedestrians and bicycles.