Substitute House Bill No. 7260 introduces new legislation aimed at addressing excessive reckless driving by prohibiting the operation of a motor vehicle at speeds exceeding 100 miles per hour on various public and private roads, including school properties. The bill establishes that any police officer who arrests an individual for this violation, particularly if they have a prior conviction for the same offense, must impound the vehicle for a period of 48 hours. The vehicle owner can reclaim their vehicle after this period by paying all associated towing and storage costs.

The bill also outlines penalties for excessive reckless driving, which are more severe than those for standard reckless driving. For a first offense, violators face fines ranging from $200 to $600 and possible imprisonment for up to 30 days. Subsequent offenses can result in fines of up to $1,000 and imprisonment for up to one year. The legislation is set to take effect on October 1, 2025, and aims to enhance road safety by imposing stricter consequences for high-speed driving.