CT SB01375

Increases fine for crosswalk violations from $500 to $750 and raises motorcycle helmet requirement age from 18 to 21 years old, effective October 1, 2025

Prohibits driving in the extreme left lane on divided highways with more than two lanes except when passing, following police direction, entering/exiting, operating emergency vehicles, performing maintenance, or during traffic congestion; $88 fine for violations

Expands distracted driving law to include watching videos on mobile devices, adds $200-$625 fines for violations, and requires violations to appear on driving records available to insurers

Prohibits open alcoholic beverage containers in vehicle passenger areas on highways, with exceptions for hired transportation and recreational vehicle living quarters

Requires mandatory driver retraining for operators convicted of traveling over 75 mph, reckless driving, or evading responsibility; raises youth bicycle helmet requirement from age 15 to 17