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Bill > SB2929
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Introduced
01/24/2024
01/24/2024
In Committee
01/24/2024
01/24/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/03/2024
05/03/2024
Introduced Session
2024 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Lowers the blood alcohol concentration threshold for driving while under the influence of alcohol from 0.08 to 0.05.
AI Summary
This bill lowers the blood alcohol concentration (BAC) threshold for driving while under the influence of alcohol from 0.08 to 0.05 in Hawaii. It provides that a BAC of 0.05 or more is considered "under the influence" and establishes new presumptions and procedures for determining impairment. The bill aims to reduce alcohol-related traffic fatalities and crashes in Hawaii, which have been increasing in recent years, by aligning the state's laws with recommendations from national organizations like the National Transportation Safety Board.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (10)
Brenton Awa (R)*,
Stanley Chang (D)*,
Carol Fukunaga (D)*,
Troy Hashimoto (D)*,
Jarrett Keohokalole (D)*,
Angus McKelvey (D)*,
Karl Rhoads (D)*,
Maile Shimabukuro (D)*,
Brandon Elefante (D),
Michelle Kidani (D),
Last Action
Referred to JDC. (on 01/24/2024)
Taxonomy
Health
- ‐ Alcohol Abuse, Treatment, and Education
Law, Crime, and Family Issues
- ‐ Criminal and Juvenile Delinquent Prosecution, Procedure, and Sentencing
Transportation
- ‐ Highway Construction, Maintenance, and Safety
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=SB&billnumber=2929&year=2024 | 01/22/2024 |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2024/bills/SB2929_.HTM | 01/22/2024 |
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