Ignition interlock devices.

Summary

AB 71 would require people convicted of certain DUI offenses to install a certified ignition‑interlock device in any vehicle they drive for a court‑determined period, usually at least three months. It also sets up fees, proof‑of‑financial‑responsibility requirements, and procedures for monitoring device maintenance and reinstating driving privileges. The bill aims to improve road safety by ensuring impaired drivers cannot operate a vehicle without passing a breath test.

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Vote

From committee: Amend, and do pass as amended and re-refer to Com. on APPR. (Ayes 9. Noes 0.) (March 4). · Mar 4, 2025

Hearings

• Appropriations Committee Hearing
  Appropriations · May 23, 2025
• Appropriations Committee Hearing
  Appropriations · Apr 9, 2025
• Public Safety Committee Hearing
  Public Safety · Mar 4, 2025

History

1. Feb 2, 2026From committee: Filed with the Chief Clerk pursuant to Joint Rule 56.
2. Jan 31, 2026Died pursuant to Art. IV, Sec. 10(c) of the Constitution.
3. May 23, 2025In committee: Held under submission.
4. Apr 9, 2025In committee: Set, first hearing. Referred to APPR. suspense file.
5. Mar 6, 2025Re-referred to Com. on APPR.
6. Mar 5, 2025Read second time and amended.
7. Mar 4, 2025From committee: Amend, and do pass as amended and re-refer to Com. on APPR. (Ayes 9. Noes 0.) (March 4).
8. Feb 18, 2025Referred to Com. on PUB. S.
9. Jan 6, 2025Read first time.
10. Dec 12, 2024From printer. May be heard in committee January 11.
11. Dec 11, 2024Introduced. To print.

Sponsors

• Lackey · sponsor

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