Bill > HB1862

This bill makes comprehensive changes to Pennsylvania's laws regarding driving under the influence, ignition interlock devices, and driver's licensing. The bill eliminates the existing "ignition interlock limited license" and replaces it with a new "ignition interlock driver's license" system that allows individuals with suspended licenses due to alcohol-related driving offenses to continue driving, but only in vehicles equipped with an ignition interlock device. The bill expands provisions for paramedics to perform blood draws for law enforcement in certain driving-related cases, updates definitions and penalties related to ignition interlock requirements, and creates an online portal for managing ignition interlock driver's licenses. Key changes include allowing individuals to apply for an ignition interlock driver's license through multiple methods (online, by mail, or in-person), establishing specific conditions for obtaining and maintaining such a license, and providing an employment exemption that allows people with these restricted licenses to drive employer-owned vehicles under certain conditions. The bill also modifies penalties for operating a vehicle without an ignition interlock device and adds provisions for tracking and reporting treatment compliance for driving under the influence offenders. Most provisions will take effect immediately, with some specific sections (like the online services) having longer implementation timelines.

Transportation and Infrastructure

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