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ID H0570

Bill

Status

Engrossed

3/5/2026

Primary Sponsor

Judiciary, Rules and Administration Committee

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Adds driving more than 20 miles per hour over the posted speed limit in an active school zone or construction zone as a new offense qualifying as reckless driving under Idaho Code Section 49-1401

  • First-time reckless driving conviction remains a misdemeanor punishable by up to 6 months jail, up to $1,000 fine, or both

  • Second or subsequent reckless driving conviction within 5 years carries penalties of up to 1 year jail, up to $2,000 fine, or both, plus mandatory license suspension

  • Declared an emergency measure with an effective date of July 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Amends existing law to revise a provision regarding reckless driving.

RECKLESS DRIVING

Last Action

Introduced, read first time; referred to: Judiciary & Rules

3/6/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary and Rules3/6/2026
Judiciary, Rules and Administration2/4/2026
Transportation and Defense2/2/2026

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