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PA HB983
PA HB983In driving after imbibing alcohol or utilizing drugs, further providing for definitions, for driving under influence of alcohol or controlled substance and for authorized use not a defense.
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Introduced
05/18/2023
05/18/2023
In Committee
05/18/2023
05/18/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024
12/31/2024
Introduced Session
Potential new amendment
2023-2024 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in commercial drivers, further providing for <-- definitions; and, in driving after imbibing alcohol or utilizing drugs, further providing for DEFINITIONS, FOR <-- driving under influence of alcohol or controlled substance and for authorized use not a defense.
AI Summary
This bill amends the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes to further define "controlled substance" and to modify provisions related to driving under the influence of alcohol or controlled substances, including medical marijuana. Specifically, it clarifies that the use of medical marijuana is not a defense for driving under the influence, and that an individual can be charged with DUI if they are under the influence of medical marijuana or a combination of medical marijuana and alcohol, drugs, or a combination of drugs and alcohol, which impairs their ability to safely operate a vehicle. The bill also makes some technical changes to the existing statute.
Committee Categories
Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (13)
Chris Rabb (D)*,
Johanny Cepeda-Freytiz (D),
Mark Gillen (R),
Aaron Kaufer (R),
Tarik Khan (D),
Rick Krajewski (D),
Maureen Madden (D),
Steve Malagari (D),
Danielle Otten (D),
Mark Rozzi (D),
Ben Sanchez (D),
Mandy Steele (D),
Ben Waxman (D),
Last Action
Laid on the table (on 12/11/2023)
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