A new law in Virginia aims to combat reckless driving through innovative in-car technology, marking a significant step toward reducing traffic fatalities.
The legislation, known as HB2096, was recently signed by Governor Glenn Youngkin, making Virginia the first state to implement such a measure.
The law, set to take effect in July 2026, allows judges to order the installation of Intelligent Speed Assistance (ISA) devices in vehicles of those convicted of reckless driving.
These devices can prevent drivers from exceeding the speed limit, offering a proactive approach to curbing dangerous driving behaviors.
Tammy Guido McGee, a passionate advocate for road safety, has been instrumental in pushing for this legislation. Her own experience with the tragedy of losing her son, Conner, in a reckless driving accident motivated her to take an active role in driving legislative change.
“Reckless driving continues to claim lives and cause irreparable harm across the country. The need for this bill is urgent,” Guido McGee said.
Through her work with Families for Safe Streets, Guido McGee has fought for years to pass measures that prevent similar tragedies. “My baby is not coming back, but we made history this week with Governor Youngkin signing this bill into law,” she added. “It’s a crucial, common-sense piece of legislation.”
This new law offers hope for families affected by reckless driving and provides a technological solution to a longstanding issue. Virginia’s pioneering efforts in using technology to curb reckless driving could set a precedent for other states across the nation.
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