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NY A11370
Bill
Status
10/19/2018
Primary Sponsor
Felix Ortiz
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AI Summary
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Establishes a two-year pilot program to field test Driver Alcohol Detection System for Safety Program devices that measure blood alcohol levels in motor vehicles.
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Devices prevent vehicle movement if operator's blood alcohol level exceeds the legal limit under section 1192, while maintaining all other vehicle functions.
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Participation in the pilot program is optional and subject to participation guidelines established by the Department of Motor Vehicles Commissioner.
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Commissioner must submit a report to the legislature and governor upon conclusion of the pilot program, including participant numbers and locations, impact on traffic accidents from DWI, and data on cost, efficiency, and accuracy of the devices.
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Act takes effect 90 days after enactment and automatically expires and repeals two years after that date.
Legislative Description
Relates to creating a pilot program for the field testing of driving while intoxicated vehicle sensor devices to be administered by the Commissioner of the Department of Motor Vehicles in consultation with the Driver Alcohol Detection System for Safety Program and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Last Action
referred to transportation
10/19/2018