Senate Bill No. 484, also known as Public Act No. 26-120, addresses distracted driving and the safe operation of motor vehicles in highway work zones. The bill introduces a new subsection (l) to Section 14-296aa, stating that individuals cannot be prosecuted for violations of this section and a specific provision of Section 14-222 for the same offense. Additionally, Section 14-222 is amended to include several new provisions regarding the operation of motor vehicles. Notably, it establishes that operating a vehicle in a highway work zone while engaged in prohibited activities constitutes a violation of the law.

The bill also outlines specific violations related to reckless driving, including operating a vehicle at speeds that endanger others, exceeding 85 miles per hour, and operating a vehicle with defective mechanisms. Penalties for these violations include fines ranging from $100 to $600 and potential imprisonment. Furthermore, the bill mandates that vehicles operated by individuals previously convicted of certain violations must be impounded for 48 hours following a new offense. Overall, the legislation aims to enhance road safety, particularly in work zones, by imposing stricter regulations and penalties for distracted and reckless driving.

Statutes affected:
Raised Bill: 14-296aa
JUD Joint Favorable: 14-296aa
File No. 591: 14-296aa
Public Act No. 26-120: 14-296aa