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IN HR0085

Resolution

Official Source

Status

Passed

4/10/2013

Primary Sponsor

Cindy Kirchhofer

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Origin

House of Representatives

2013 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Urges the legislative council to assign an interim study committee to examine ignition interlock devices
  • Ignition interlock devices are breathalyzer-like equipment installed in vehicles to measure driver blood alcohol concentration
  • Many states currently require installation of ignition interlock devices as a penalty for drivers convicted of driving under the influence, particularly repeat offenders
  • Study committee, if assigned, shall operate under legislative council direction and issue reports as directed by the council
  • Resolution seeks to examine methods for reducing deaths and injuries caused by drunk drivers

Legislative Description

Study committee on the topic of ignition interlock devices.

Last Action

First reading: adopted voice vote

4/10/2013

Full Bill Text

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