Bill: HB 2246, 84(R) - 2015
Committee
House Homeland Security & Public Safety
Vote Recommendation
| Vote Recommendation |
Economic Freedom |
Property Rights |
Personal Responsibility |
Limited Government |
Individual Liberty |
| Yes |
Neutral |
Neutral |
Positive |
Neutral |
Neutral |
Author(s)
Jason Villalba
Bill Caption
Relating to the suspension and issuance of certain driver's licenses; affecting the prosecution of an offense; increasing fees.
Fiscal Notes
No fiscal implication to the State is anticipated.
Bill Analysis
HB 2246 would amend various codes to require that a defendant whose license is suspended for certain alcohol related offenses obtain and use an ignition interlock ("breathalyzer") device if the defendant applies for and receives an occupational driver's license.
Vote Recommendation Notes
HB 2246 would increase the personal responsibility of those who have been convicted of serous enough alcohol-related offenses to warrant the revocation of a drivers license. We support this legislation.
