The proposed bill, General Assembly Proposed Bill No. 5071, aims to amend the general statutes to address the impact of global positioning systems (GPS) and navigation applications on local roadways. Specifically, the bill seeks to prohibit individuals, firms, or corporations that operate such systems from suggesting travel routes that divert heavy motor vehicle traffic from designated commuter routes onto local roads. This legislative change is intended to alleviate the strain on local infrastructure caused by heavy vehicles using inappropriate routes.

The bill reflects a growing concern about the effects of navigation technology on community roadways, particularly in terms of safety and road maintenance. By restricting the routing capabilities of GPS and navigation applications, the bill aims to ensure that heavy motor vehicle traffic remains on appropriate roads, thereby protecting local neighborhoods and enhancing overall traffic management.