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This bill establishes a working group to study the effects of high-intensity headlights on drivers, comprised of eight members including two senators, two representatives, a law enforcement officer, a motor vehicle dealer representative, a motor vehicle manufacturer representative, and a Department of Secretary of State representative. The working group will review existing studies to research the potential benefits and harm of high-intensity headlights on drivers, examining safety and eye health impacts for vehicles in oncoming, rear, and exiting traffic. Legislative members may receive a per diem, but other members will not be compensated. The Bureau of Motor Vehicles will provide staffing support, and the group is required to submit a report with findings and recommendations to the Joint Standing Committee on Transportation by December 3, 2025. The Transportation Committee is then authorized to submit related legislation to the Second Regular Session of the 132nd Legislature, allowing potential follow-up actions based on the working group's research and conclusions.

Transportation and Infrastructure

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