HB 514-FN (1997): relative to penalties for driving while intoxicated or under the influence of drugs for persons under 21 years of age.

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HB 514-FN (1997)

relative to penalties for driving while intoxicated or under the influence of drugs for persons under 21 years of age.

  • Status: Killed
  • Term: 1997-1998
  • House committee: Criminal Justice and Public Safety
  • Subject: Crimes, Criminal Procedure and Corrections

The Story

It was introduced on January 9, 1997 and referred to the House Criminal Justice and Public Safety committee. The committee held a public hearing on February 25, 1997. The majority of the committee recommended that the House kill it unanimously, 13–0, and the report was placed on the consent calendar. On March 12, 1997 the House voted to kill it.

Sponsors

  • Rep. Christie (Rock 22) (prime sponsor)
  • Rep. Dolan (Rock 12)
  • Rep. Knowles (Straf 11)
  • Rep. Dodge (Rock 4)
  • Rep. Simmons (Rock 25)
  • Sen. Barnes (SD17)
  • Sen. Hollingworth (SD23)

Hearings and Sessions

  • February 25, 1997, 1:30 PM: hearing, RM204,LOB :CRIM JUST & PSAFTY

The Docket

  • January 9, 1997: INTRODUCED AND REF TO CRIM JUST & PSFTY; HJ17,P258
  • January 30, 1997: COPY TO CHAIRMAN ON 01/30/97 DUE ON 03/12/97
  • February 25, 1997: HEARING FEB25 1:30 RM204,LOB :CRIM JUST & PSAFTY
  • March 7, 1997: MAJ REPORT ITL FOR MAR12 (VOTE 13-0;CC)
  • March 12, 1997: ITL REPORT ADOPTED; HJ38A,P1080

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