Increased Funding to Combat Multiple Substance Impaired Driving
This act aims to enhance road safety by improving the detection and prevention of driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs. Citizens can expect more roadside checks and better training for law enforcement, which should lead to fewer accidents. The changes will affect how police and courts handle such cases, as well as the availability of new detection technologies.
Key points
Increased federal funding for programs preventing driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs.
Expanded use of funds for equipment, officer training, and additional personnel to combat multiple substance impaired driving.
Introduction of new drug detection technologies, such as oral fluid tests, and driver monitoring systems.
A study will be conducted on reporting impaired driving arrest and conviction data to better identify repeat offenders.
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