SB 399-FN (1990): lowering the level from .10 to .08 for legal intoxication under the DWI laws.

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SB 399-FN (1990)

lowering the level from .10 to .08 for legal intoxication under the DWI laws.

  • Status: Killed
  • Term: 1989-1990
  • Senate committee: Transportation
  • Subject: Motor Vehicles

The Story

It was introduced on January 3, 1990 and referred to the Senate Transportation committee. The committee held a public hearing on January 16, 1990. The committee recommended that the Senate pass it. On January 18, 1990 the Senate voted to lay it on the table.

Sponsors

  • Sen. Roberge (SD9) (prime sponsor)
  • Sen. Charbonneau (SD14)
  • Sen. Podles (SD16)
  • Rep. Spencer (Straf 4)

Hearings and Sessions

  • January 16, 1990, 8:30 AM: hearing, Senate Transportation, RM 104,LOB

The Docket

  • January 3, 1990: INTRODUCED AND REF TO TRANSPORTATION
  • January 16, 1990: HEARING 1/16/90 8:30 RM 104,LOB FOR: TRANSPORTATION
  • January 18, 1990: COMMITTEE REPORT: OTP
  • January 18, 1990: LAID ON THE TABLE
  • February 15, 1990: MOTION FOR REMOVAL FROM TABLE/FAILED
  • February 15, 1990: KILLED BY RESOLUTION

Laws It Would Change

Related Bills

  • HB 298-FN (1991): lowering the level from .10 to .08 for legal intoxication under the DWI laws.
  • HB 137-FN (1993): lowering the level for legal intoxication under the DWI laws from .10 to .08.

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