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This bill adds a new section to Arizona traffic law that prohibits driving with an animal on the driver's lap, effective January 1, 2026. Specifically, the law establishes a civil penalty system for violations, with a first-time offense carrying a fine between $75 and $149, and subsequent offenses resulting in a fine between $150 and $250. Importantly, the bill includes a provision that prevents state departments or agencies from using these violations as a basis for suspending or revoking a person's driver's license, with an exception referencing another existing statute (28-3312). The bill aims to improve driver safety by preventing potential distractions or impediments to driving caused by having an animal directly on a driver's lap, while keeping the penalties relatively moderate and without long-term licensing consequences.

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https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/BillOverview/82632