SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WAND) — A bill moving in the Capitol could help address high-risk speeders on Illinois roads.
The Secretary of State's office hopes to create an intelligent speed assistance program as an alternative to license suspension for dangerous drivers. This comes as sponsors said 75% of people with suspended licenses continue to drive.
Drivers who commit two qualifying offenses within a year would be required to install the speed-limiting device in their vehicle.
"A qualifying offense is a conviction or order of court supervision for excessive speeding over 25 miles per hour over the limit or reckless driving," said Rep. Martha Deuter (D-Westmont). "This program would be administered by the Secretary of State's office and fully funded by participants."
The Secretary of State would notify drivers that their driver's license will be suspended until they complete the program. Participants would also pay $30 per month into the Intelligent Speed Assistance Permit Fee Fund.
This plan passed unanimously out of the House Judiciary Criminal Committee Thursday night. House Bill 4948 now moves to the House floor for further consideration.
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