Late in the evening of Sept. 6, the amendment sponsored by Rep. Brian Babin (R-TX)-- which sought to prevent funding of the electronic logging device rule for almost one year-- was voted down on the House floor, 246-173.
The Governors Highway Safety Association said it is urging President Obama to swiftly sign legislation that fully funds federal behavioral highway safety programs.
Some state legislators are trying to take preemptive action to discourage motorists from driving while using Google Glass. The Web-connected electronics device, worn on the head like eyeglasses, is expected to be released later this year.
Tennessee legislators are considering a bill that would prohibit certain drivers – those with a restricted license as a result of a DUI involving alcohol – from operating a vehicle unless it’s equipped with a functioning ignition interlock device.
The legislation seeks to combat drugged driving by establishing a legal limit for the psycho-active ingredient in marijuana.
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