Superspeeder Device Installation (S 2942)

  • Status: Held for Further Study
  • Position: Oppose
  • Bill Number: S 2942
  • Session: 2026
  • Latest Update: April 20, 2026
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We opposed legislation which would establish a as a sentencing requirement for certain speeding and other traffic violations the ability to install an "intelligent speed assistance (ISA) device." This device would regulate a driver's speed to prevent them from exceeding the posted speed limit. We noted numerous reasons why we oppose this legislation including the disparate impact on lower-income individuals, the lack of an emergency override provision, and ambiguities regarding data collection, retention, and disclosure.

Sponsors:
Senator LaMountain