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AR HB1875

Bill

Status

Passed

4/17/2025

Primary Sponsor

Dwight Tosh

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Origin

House of Representatives

95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)

AI Summary

  • Lowers the blood alcohol calibration threshold for ignition interlock devices from 0.02%-0.05% to a fixed 0.025%, at which the device will prevent a vehicle from starting

  • Requires ignition interlock devices to perform random retests while the vehicle is running, capture and store test results, and take digital images of the person at each test

  • Extends the mandatory interlock period by 60 days if, during the final 60 days, the person attempts to start with BAC above 0.025%, fails a random retest, or misses required device servicing

  • Allows persons to contest violations by requesting reconsideration from the interlock provider with supporting evidence; a passing retest within 10 minutes with verified photo match negates the violation

  • Effective July 1, 2026

Legislative Description

To Amend The Law Concerning The Use Of An Ignition Interlock Device; And To Provide For The Extension Of The Mandatory Period For The Use Of An Ignition Interlock Device.

Last Action

Notification that HB1875 is now Act 841

4/17/2025

Committee Referrals

Judiciary4/3/2025
Judiciary3/20/2025

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