Bill > H1199

This bill, known as the Stronger Enforcement and Accountability for Transportation Behavior and Emerging Live-saving Technology (SEATBELT) Act, introduces several changes to North Carolina law. Primarily, it mandates the use of Intelligent Speed Assistance (ISA) systems, which automatically regulate a vehicle's speed based on the posted limit, for individuals whose licenses have been restricted or revoked due to certain speeding or impaired driving offenses, requiring these systems to be installed on designated vehicles for a specified period. The bill also modifies existing laws regarding ignition interlock devices, which are used to prevent impaired drivers from starting their vehicles, by expanding their applicability to include ISA systems and establishing procedures for cost waivers for low-income individuals. Additionally, it revises laws related to driving while impaired (DWI) offenses, including lowering the blood alcohol concentration threshold for certain license restrictions and expanding the scope of offenses that trigger ignition interlock requirements. The bill also updates regulations concerning the use of electronic speed and traffic safety monitoring systems, commonly known as speed cameras, in school zones, broadening their application to include violations of specific traffic laws beyond just speeding. Finally, it includes an appropriation of $9 million for the recordation of district court proceedings.