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HB26-1242

Interlock Device for Impaired Drivers

Type Bill
Session 2026 Regular Session
Subjects
Courts & Judicial Crimes, Corrections, & Enforcement Transportation & Motor Vehicles

Concerning interlock-restricted license requirements for impaired drivers.

Bill Summary:

The waiting period to apply for an interlock-restricted license following a conviction related to driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol is eliminated.

A person convicted for the first time of certain offenses related to driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol is required to hold an interlock-restricted license for the period of revocation of the person's driver's license.

Financial assistance related to the interlock device is available depending on the person's financial status. A certified ignition interlock manufacturer must provide a person who is eligible for the assistance program certain discounts on installation of, lease charges for, and removal of an interlock device.

(Note: This summary applies to this bill as introduced.)

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Status

Under Consideration

Introduced

Under Consideration

Related Documents & Information

Date Version Documents
02/18/2026 Introduced PDF
Date Location Action
02/18/2026 House Introduced In House - Assigned to Transportation, Housing & Local Government

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